= Extinction cross
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The term "extinction cross" commonly refers to a specific concept in the field of ecology and conservation biology. It generally pertains to the intersection of two extinction dynamics: the extinction of species and the loss of genetic diversity within those species. In a broader sense, it can also represent the interaction between various factors leading to species extinction, such as habitat loss, climate change, invasive species, and human activity.
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