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There are four major causes of accelerated rates of species extinction, which are collectively called as 'the evil quartet'. Which one of the following is not included in 'the evil quartet' ?

A

Over exploitation

B

Pollution

C

Co-extinctions

D

Alien species invasions

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The world is facing acceleration rates of species extinctions, largely due to human interference. There are four major causes collectively called as the evil quarter, it includes (i) Habitat loss and fragmentation, (ii) Oven exploitation, (iii) Alien species invasions and (iv) Co-extinctions.
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