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Define biodiversity as the variety of different species present in a specific area.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceHuman influences on ecosystemsCore content

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Define biodiversity as the variety of different species present in a specific area

  • This point belongs to Habitat destruction, especially Habitat destruction outcomes.
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Rainforest Biodiversity

A rainforest is home to thousands of species of plants and animals, many of which are not found anywhere else in the world. This high level of biodiversity is crucial for the health of the ecosystem.

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    Define biodiversity in the context of the rainforest ecosystem.

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