Assertion: A 'hotspot' is characterized by high levels of endemism and significant habitat loss. Reason: Endemic species are particularly vulnerable to extinction when their limited habitats are destroyed.
- ABoth A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- BBoth A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
- CA is true but R is false
- DA is false but R is true
✓ Correct answer: A
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