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Patches of suitable habitat surrounded by unsuitable habitat is called

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Habitat fragmentation

Step-by-step explanation:

Habitat fragmentation occurs when a particular habitat breaks up i.e. becomes discontinuous. That means areas of suitable habitat are surrounded by areas unfavorable for the survival of organisms.

This is common during the destruction of previously large areas of forest.

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