Mass Extinction Accounts for Almost ______ of Species That Have

question 57

Multiple Choice

Mass extinction accounts for almost ______ of species that have gone extinct. This is much greater than background extinction.

• A) 85%
• B) 60%
• C) 25%
• D) 5%

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Definitions:

Prenatal Malnutrition

Insufficient nutrient intake or absorption by the mother during pregnancy, adversely affecting fetal development.

Lifespan

The total length of time that an organism is expected to live or the study of the developmental processes that occur throughout an individual's life.

Birth

The process of coming into life or entering the world, typically referring to the moment when a baby is born.

Infancy

The period of childhood that begins at birth and lasts to about 18-24 months, characterized by rapid physical growth and cognitive development.