The Primary Cause for Loss of Biodiversity Is

Question

The primary cause for loss of biodiversity is
A) predation.
B) parasitism.
C) genetic mutation.
D) habitat destruction.
E) global warming.

Accepted Answer

Habitat destruction is widely recognized as the primary cause for the loss of biodiversity. Human activities such as deforestation, urbanization, and agricultural expansion have destroyed or fragmented natural habitats, leading to the extinction of many species. Other factors such as climate change, pollution, and overhunting also contribute to biodiversity loss, but habitat destruction remains the most significant driver.