Concept:
Biodiversity is most threatened by the destruction of natural habitats.
Step 1:Understand primary threat.
Habitat loss (due to deforestation, urbanization, agriculture) leads to:
- Loss of shelter and food
- Disruption of ecosystems
- Eventual extinction of species
Step 2:Evaluate options.}
- Species extinction $\rightarrow$ Result, not primary cause
- Reduced carrying capacity $\rightarrow$ Secondary effect
- Biodiversity hotspots $\rightarrow$ Areas of high diversity, not threat
Final Answer:
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\]