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Human Impact on the Environment

Question 1 • CA-Life Science B (High School)

Which of the following could result in the extinction of a species?

Answer
A
harsh restrictions on poachers
B
increase in the habitat size of a species
C
adding a new species to the habitat
D
decrease tourism in protected areas

Explanation

Adding a new species to a habitat could upset the ecosystem, for example if it competes with a native species for food or preys on it. That pressure could cause the native species to decline and potentially become extinct. The other choices generally protect species by limiting poaching, increasing habitat, or reducing disturbance from tourism.

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