What is biopiracy in the context of ethnobotany?
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Correct answer: Commercial use of biological resources or traditional knowledge without permission or benefit sharing
Biopiracy occurs when biological resources or traditional knowledge are used for profit without proper consent or compensation. It is a major ethical concern in ethnobotany and biodiversity research.
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