Which of the following statements is NOT true about biodiversity?
A)The really important species of animals and plants are those that we rely on for food.If we can protect them,we can avoid any harmful effects even if other species go extinct.
B)The size of tropical rain forests have been reduced from 14 percent to 6 percent.
C)Exotic species play a role in 50 percent of extinctions.
D)Coral reefs may become extinct in the next 40 years.
E)Overexploitation by human activities can lead to a loss of biodiversity.

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The statement that the important species are only those we rely on for food is not true. All species, even those that may not have any direct human use, play important roles in the ecosystem and contribute to biodiversity. Protecting only those species that benefit humans directly would not ensure the preservation of overall biodiversity.

Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About Biodiversity