Fill in the blank: the delta is home to a _______ of species

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The river delta is home to a _______ of species, many of which have yet to be catalogued by scientists. A). dearth B). myriad C). fraction D). residue

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The correct answer is myriad. Myriad means a countless or extremely large number of something — an indefinitely great multitude. Why "myriad" fits: The sentence describes a very large number of uncatalogued species — exactly what myriad conveys. Usage note: Myriad can be used as both a noun ("a myriad of species") and an adjective ("myriad species"). Both are correct in contemporary English. Why the other options are wrong: • Dearth — a scarcity or lack; the direct opposite. • Fraction — a small part of a whole; implies limited number. • Residue — a small amount left over; unrelated to biological diversity. Example in use: "The festival offered a myriad of cultural experiences, from traditional dance to contemporary art installations." Synonyms: Multitude, host, abundance, profusion, countless.

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