STANDARD Zoology Causes of Extinction MCQ Question
The accelerated rates of species extinctions that the world is facing now are largely due to human activities these causes are known as _______
Evil Quartet
Over exploitation
Habitat loss and fragmentation
Both (2) and (3)
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The term 'Evil Quartet' refers to the four major causes of species extinction: habitat destruction, overexploitation, invasive species, and co-extinctions.
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