Question

Reasons for preserving biodiversity include all of the following EXCEPT.
a. Isolating unique genetic material so it can be incorporated into existing crop
b. Increasing the chances of discovering organisms with medicinal value
c. Preventing natural evolution
d. Finding new plants that can supplement the worlds supply​

Answer 1

Reasons for preserving biodiversity include all of the following except c. preventing natural evolution.

We need to understand what is biodiversity and what is the reason behind preserving it.

What is biodiversity?

• The variety of different species of organisms present on the Earth is termed as biodiversity.

Why biodiversity needs to be preserved?

• Every species of organisms has its own role to play on this Earth.
• Natural evolution causes species to evolve naturally hence preserving biodiversity does not mean that natural evolution shall be prevented.

Thus, the correct option is c. Preventing natural evolution.