Threats to biodiversity

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What are the primary sources of air pollution?

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Anthropogenic activities, such as industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and agricultural practices.

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How does deforestation affect the carbon cycle?

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Deforestation increases the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere due to the removal of trees that absorb CO2.

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What does the term 'anthropogenic' refer to?

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Human-caused activities or effects.

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What are native species?

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Species that are indigenous to an area and have evolved without human intervention.

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What is deforestation?

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The removal of forests primarily for agriculture or urban development.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What are invasive species?

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Non-native species that spread widely in a new habitat and can cause harm to native species and ecosystems.

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What is habitat destruction?

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The process in which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present.

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What role do keystone species play in an ecosystem?

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Keystone species have a disproportionately large effect on their environment relative to their abundance.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity allows populations to adapt to changing environments and resist diseases.