Question

question
all of the following statements about biodiversity are true, except:
select the correct answer below:
a nation can protect biodiversity within its own borders.
biodiversity is an example of an international externality.
biodiversity includes the full spectrum of animal and plant genetic material.
a nation can protect biodiversity around the world on its own.

Explanation:

Biodiversity protection is a global issue that requires international cooperation. One nation alone cannot protect biodiversity worldwide. A nation can protect biodiversity within its own borders (A is true). Biodiversity is an international externality as its benefits and impacts cross national boundaries (B is true). Biodiversity includes the full range of genetic material of animals and plants (C is true).

Answer:

D. A nation can protect biodiversity around the world on its own.