The fossil record suggests that almost ________ of species that have lived on Earth are now extinct.
A) 75 per cent
B) 89 per cent
C) 82 per cent
D) 99 per cent

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The fossil record indicates that approximately 99% of all species that have ever lived on Earth are now extinct. This high percentage reflects the natural process of extinction over the planet's long history.

The Fossil Record Suggests That Almost ________ of Species That