Why might the loss of biodiversity be considered a significant consequence of climate change?(1 point)

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It contributes to the melting of polar ice caps.
It contributes to the melting of polar ice caps.

It disrupts ecosystems and food chains, affecting human and environmental health.
It disrupts ecosystems and food chains, affecting human and environmental health.

It causes an increase in CO2 emissions.
It causes an increase in CO2 emissions.

It has no major impact on climate but affects other industries.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It disrupts ecosystems and food chains, affecting human and environmental health.

Loss of biodiversity can lead to the collapse of ecosystems and the services they provide, which are crucial for both environmental stability and human well-being.