Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 58 - A Changing Biosphere - 58.3 - Protecting Biodiversity Requires Conservation and Management Strategies - 58.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 1266: 1

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1) Deforestation is a prime example of the physical destruction of habitat that is a major cause of species extinction. 2) Fragmentation subjects many organisms to edge effects, which puts pressure on many species and may cause widespread elimination. 3) Coral bleaching occurs as a result of temperature rise or ocean acidification and devastates coastal marine life.

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