How Many Biodiversity Hotspots in the World Are Officially Designated

question 16

Multiple Choice

How many biodiversity hotspots in the world are officially designated by the IUCN?

• A)10
• B)25
• C)70
• D)1500

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Definitions:

Fossilized Form

A process where organic material is replaced by minerals, turning remains of organisms into stone-like replicas.

Soft-bodied Organisms

Creatures that lack rigid skeletal structures, such as worms, jellyfish, and octopuses, often highlighting evolutionary adaptations.

Surface

The outermost layer or boundary of an object or body, which can interact with the environment or other objects.

Oceans

Large bodies of salt water that cover most of the Earth's surface and play an essential role in the global climate and living habitats.