The current extinction rate driven by humans is estimated to be at least how much greater than the background extinction rate?
A) 2
B) 5
C) 10
D) 50
E) 100

Question

The current extinction rate driven by humans is estimated to be at least how much greater than the background extinction rate?  
A) 2
B) 5
C) 10
D) 50
E) 100

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The current extinction rate driven by humans is estimated to be at least 100 times greater than the background extinction rate. This means that species are going extinct faster than they would naturally, without the influence of humans. This is due to habitat destruction, overhunting, introduction of invasive species, climate change, pollution, and other human factors.

The Current Extinction Rate Driven by Humans Is Estimated to Be