Chapter 16. 16·5–16·6 Extinction reduces biodiversity.

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Instructions

Check your understanding of concepts from 16·5–16·6 Extinction reduces biodiversity by answering the following questions.

1.

1. The chief concern among conservation biologists trying to protect small populations is:

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct. (See section 16·5 There are multiple causes of extinction.)
Incorrect. (See section 16·5 There are multiple causes of extinction.)

2.

2. A species has an increased chance of extinction when:

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)
Incorrect. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)

3.

3. Which of the following is considered a form of habitat degradation?

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)
Incorrect. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)

4.

4. Overexploitation:

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)
Incorrect. (See section 16·6 We are in the midst of a mass extinction.)

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5. Exotic species are a significant threat because they:

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct. (See section 16·5 There are multiple causes of extinction.)
Incorrect. (See section 16·5 There are multiple causes of extinction.)

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