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An area is declared as "Hot Spot" when:...

An area is declared as "Hot Spot" when:

A

It has 1500 or more endemic species and 75% its original habitat is lost

B

It has 1500 or move vertebrate species and 75 of its original habitat is lost

C

It has more than 2000 species of plants

D

Most of the species inhabiting the area is facing the risk of extinction.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Biodiversity Hotspots**: A biodiversity hotspot is defined as a biogeographic region that is both rich in endemic species and under significant threat from human activities. 2. **Criteria for Hotspot Designation**: For an area to be classified as a biodiversity hotspot, it must meet two specific criteria: - **Criterion 1**: The area must contain at least **1,500 species of vascular plants** that are **endemic** to that region. Endemic species are those that are not found anywhere else in the world. - **Criterion 2**: The area must have lost at least **70% to 75% of its original habitat**. This indicates a significant level of habitat destruction, which poses a threat to the species living there. 3. **Evaluating the Options**: - The first option states that it has **1500 or more endemic species and 75% of its original habitat is lost**. This meets both criteria. - The second option mentions **1500 or more vertebrate species and 75% of its original habitat is lost**, which does not satisfy the requirement for endemic vascular plants. - The third option states **more than 2000 species of plants or most of the species inhabiting the area is facing the lack of extinction**, which does not align with the specific criteria for hotspot designation. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the criteria outlined, the correct answer is that an area is declared as a "Hot Spot" when it has **1500 or more endemic species and 75% of its original habitat is lost**.
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