Question

Biologists believe that a large number of species that are part of the rain forest ecosystem are on the verge of extinction. Which statement BEST describes the role of urbanization in this disaster?
Responses
A Urbanization leads to deforestation and loss of habitat for many species.Urbanization leads to deforestation and loss of habitat for many species.
B Many animals are captured or killed by poachers, significantly reducing their numbers.Many animals are captured or killed by poachers, significantly reducing their numbers.
C Viral epidemics that break out in human populations spread to animals in the ecosystem.Viral epidemics that break out in human populations spread to animals in the ecosystem.
D Factories cause a significant rise in temperature in the forests, endangering many species.

Answer 1

A

Urbanization causes deforestation and habitat loss (clearing land for cities, roads and agriculture, and fragmenting forests), which is the primary direct driver of species decline in rainforests.