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Which of the following terms describes a species whose population is so low that it is at risk of extinction?

A) Endemic species
B) Invasive species
C) Keystone species
D) Endangered species

Explanation

An endangered species is a species that is very likely to become extinct in the near future, either worldwide or in a particular political jurisdiction.

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