Which of the following is an ex situ method of conservation?
A
Agroforestry
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B
Sanctuary
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C
Cryopreservation
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D
Biosphere reserve
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Solution
The correct option is C Cryopreservation The method of preservation of components of biological diversity outside their natural habitats is called as ex situ conservation. Cryopreservation is the method of preservation where the species are preserved at very low temperature to preserve structurally intact living cells and tissues. The agroforestry, sanctuary, and biosphere reserve are the methods of in situ conservation.