Extinction Concepts Flashcards
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Q: What is the term for species that are still alive today?
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A: Extant species.
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Q: What is the average lifespan of a species before extinction?
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A: 1 to 10 million years.
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Q: What distinguishes mass extinction from background extinction?
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A: Mass extinction involves the sudden and widespread loss of many species globally.
