# Describe how human activities can reduce biodiversity.

> Eduqas GCSE Biology — 2.1.2 Biodiversity · Describe · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Habitat destruction / destruction of natural habitats
2. Named human activity that destroys or degrades habitat
3. Species lose their food source or shelter / species cannot survive
4. Fewer species / reduced variety of species remains, so biodiversity decreases

## Key terms

- [biodiversity](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/biodiversity)

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