EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -So, the correct option is ‘Destruction of mutual habitats and vegetation and shifting cultivation’.

Detailed explanation-2: -The three greatest proximate threats to biodiversity are habitat loss, overharvesting, and introduction of exotic species. The first two of these are a direct result of human population growth and resource use. The third results from increased mobility and trade.

Detailed explanation-3: -Habitat loss, degradation and fragmentation, overharvesting and overconsumption, poaching, animal trade, human wildlife conflict and invasive species are the major threats endangering numerous species.

Detailed explanation-4: -Biodiversity is being lost due to the loss of habitat, over-exploitation of resources, climatic changes, pollution, invasive exotic species, diseases, hunting, etc.

Detailed explanation-5: -Coral reefs are believed to have the greatest biodiversity. They provide habitats for around 25% of marine organisms. Coral reefs provide shelter for nearly one quarter of all known marine species.