Following Each of Earth's Five Mass Extinction, the Diversity of Life

question 42

Short Answer

Following each of Earth's five mass extinction, the diversity of life on Earth has ____________________ [increased or decreased] over time.

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Definitions:

Understanding Logic

The cognitive skill of recognizing, applying, and reasoning with concepts of formal and informal logic, critical for problem-solving and decision-making.

Concrete

A material made from a mixture of broken stone or gravel, sand, cement, and water, which can harden into a strong building material.

Abstract

Pertaining to ideas or concepts that are not concrete or tangible, often requiring thought and interpretation.

Recognizing Irony

The ability to understand when a statement is used to convey a meaning that is opposite to its literal meaning, often for humorous or emphatic effect.