Which of the following BEST describes the current distribution of life on Earth?
A) The distribution of species is determined by the current habitat and climate.
B) The distribution of species is determined by the habitat and climate that prevailed millions of years ago.
C) The distribution of species is determined by where species occurred when Earth's landmasses moved and separated from each other.
D) The distribution of species is determined by ancient and modern barriers to dispersal.
E) All of the above.
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