Question

what is the greatest cause of species extinction?

a. damming rivers for hydroelectric dams

b. deforestation of tropical rainforests to produce beef, chocolate, and palm oil

c. ocean acidification leading to coral bleaching.

d. deep - sea drilling for oil and natural gas.

Explanation:

Tropical rainforests are biodiversity hotspots. Deforestation for beef (cattle ranching), chocolate (cocoa farming), and palm oil production destroys vast habitats, displacing countless species. While other options (dam building, ocean acidification, deep - sea drilling) impact species, deforestation of rainforests has a more widespread and direct effect on a large number of species' habitats, making it a major cause of species extinction.

Answer:

B. Deforestation of Tropical Rainforests to produce beef, chocolate, and palm oil