The most threatening factor for the survival of plant biodiversity is

Destruction of natural habitat

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Biosphere reserves and increasing pollution

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Vulnerable ecosystems like mangroves and wet lands

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Inaccessibility of habitats

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The correct option is A Destruction of natural habitat
Habitat destruction is the process of loss of natural habitat due to which the organisms that previously used the site are displaced or destroyed, reducing biodiversity. Habitat destruction by human activity is mainly for the agriculture, harvesting natural resources for industry production and urbanization. Habitat destruction is currently ranked as the primary cause of species extinction worldwide.

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