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I would go with B. a gabbro of minerals.
Sorry if its wrong
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<span>This view led individuals and businesses to disregard these areas as unimportant and therefore they served as prime locations for dumping and pollution. This dumping and pollution led to the further degradation and destruction of these vital natural habitats.</span>
Melanin conveys some UV protection
The answer would be decreases.
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