Campbell Biology
Campbell Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780135188743
Author: Urry
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 56.3, Problem 1CC
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To explain: The term ‘biodiversity hotspot’.

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The hotspots are the regions of natural ecosystems which exhibit huge levels of biodiversity that is under threat due to destruction and needs to be conserved. They contain the species which are mostly not found outside the hotspots. It includes the various regions of the tropical rain forest and coastal areas.

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