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Succession and Extinction — Quiz

Question 4 • Biology

How could the loss of biodiversity affect humans?

Answer
A
It could cause a decrease in the amount of pollutants on the planet.
B
It could lead to a decrease in infectious and other diseases that affect humans.
C
It may cause an increase in the human population as competition is reduced.
D
It may lead to the loss of potential medicines, foods, and products.

Explanation

Biodiversity includes many species that can provide useful resources, including foods, materials, and compounds used to develop medicines. If species disappear, people may lose these resources and future discoveries. The best answer is that biodiversity loss may lead to the loss of potential medicines, foods, and products.

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