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Match List-I with List-II.


List-I List-II
A. The Evil Quartet
B. Ex situ conservation
C. Lantana camara
D. Dodo
I. Cryopreservation
II. Alien species invasion
III. Causes of biodiversity losses
IV. Extinction

Choose the option with all correct matches.

Options

A

A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

B

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

C

A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I

D

A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I

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Correct Answer :

Option B

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

Solution :

The correct option with all correct matches is A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV.

Let us break down each item and its corresponding match step-by-step to understand the logic behind the solution:

1. A. The Evil Quartet → III. Causes of biodiversity losses
"The Evil Quartet" is a term used in conservation biology to describe the four major causes of biodiversity losses: Habitat loss and fragmentation, Over-exploitation, Alien species invasions, and Co-extinctions. Therefore, A matches with III.

2. B. Ex situ conservation → I. Cryopreservation
Ex situ conservation involves the conservation of components of biological diversity outside their natural habitats. Cryopreservation (preserving cells, tissues, or organs at very low temperatures, usually in liquid nitrogen) is a prominent ex situ conservation technique used to preserve gametes of threatened species in viable and fertile conditions for long periods. Therefore, B matches with I.

3. C. Lantana camara → II. Alien species invasion
Lantana camara is an invasive alien plant species introduced to many non-native environments, including India, where it has aggressively spread, outcompeting native vegetation and threatening local biodiversity. Therefore, C matches with II.

4. D. Dodo → IV. Extinction
The Dodo (Raphus cucullatus) is a well-known flightless bird endemic to the island of Mauritius that went extinct in the late 17th century due to human activities and introduced invasive species. Therefore, D matches with IV.

Combining all the individual matches, we get:
A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

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