Question : a. The ''Evil Quartet'' is the nickname used to describe the causes of biodiversity losses. Explain the reasons leading to accelerated rates of extinction of flora and fauna.

Question : a. The ''Evil Quartet'' is the nickname used to describe th

1.	Question : a. The ''Evil Quartet'' is the nickname used to describe the causes of biodiversity losses. Explain the reasons leading to accelerated rates of extinction of flora and fauna.
Answer» Solution :a. i. Habitat LOSS and fragmentation ii. Over exploitation iii. Alien species invasions iv. Coextinction b. AGREE with this statement as we have a moral duty to care for their well being and pass on our biological legacy in good order to future generation. Protective measures are i. In-situ conservation: Conserving the ANIMALS or plants in the same situation in which they are living. e.g. Biosphere reserve, National park, Sanctuaries etc. ii. Ex-situ conservation: Conserving the animals or plants in another PLACE like zoo, botanical garden, SEED bank, sperm banks etc.