Question

question 5 (6 points)
match the type of habitat loss with its definition.
column a

1. habitat fragmentation
2. habitat degradation
3. habitat destruction

column b
a. act of complete loss of habitat through direct human involvement
b. breaking up habitats to the point where the habitat can no longer remain functional
c. act of polluting or otherwise altering a habitat until the quality of the habitat can no longer support life

Explanation:

Habitat fragmentation is breaking habitats into non - functional parts. Habitat degradation is altering a habitat until it can't support life. Habitat destruction is complete loss of habitat due to human activity.

Answer:

1. b. Breaking up habitats to the point where the habitat can no longer remain functional
2. c. Act of polluting or otherwise altering a habitat until the quality of the habitat can no longer support life
3. a. Act of complete loss of habitat through direct human involvement