The main cause of extinction of species from the tropics is

Afforestation

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Pollution

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Soil erosion

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Deforestation

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Solution

The correct option is D
Deforestation

Forests are the habitat for many endangered and threatened species. Deforestation leads to the destruction of the habitat of animals and hence may lead to extinction.

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