CAMPBEL BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS & CONNECTIONS
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Chapter 38, Problem 7TYK
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Introduction: The conservation biologists have a goal to preserve the species of plants and animals from getting extinct. The most important priority includes the protection of the endemic species from getting extinct. These endemic species are important keystone species, which need to be protected during the destruction of their habitat and ecosystem.
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A conservation biologist has been asked to explain why it is important to protect biodiversity. She would list all of the following reasons except for which one?
A. Humans are dependent on many species for food, medicines, fiber, and other necessities.
B. Biodiversity can be exploited indefinitely for the profit of humans.
C. Other species have inherent value and humans have a moral obligation to protect them.
D. Biodiverse ecosystems provide ecosystem services that sustain all life on Earth.
E. Biodiversity provides emotional and physical health benefits by providing places for humans to visit for wonder, insight, and exercise.
The conservation goals of the ESA focus on which of the following principles:
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A. Provide conservation incentives
B. Base decisions on sound science
C. Focus on recovery
D. Increase public participation through grants and partnerships
E. Provide private landowners and industry with tools to implement projects
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G. Ensure clear and consistent policies and implementation
Conservation hotspots are best described as
a. areas with large numbers of endemic species, in many of which species are disappearing rapidly.
b. areas where people are particularly active supporters of biological diversity.
c. islands that are experiencing high rates of extinction.
d. areas where native species are being replaced with introduced species.
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