Nem A graph showing the five major extinctions throughout Earth's history is shown here. Although there have been periods of major extinction, the number of species on Earth, until very recently, is the highest it has ever been. Which statement(s) below accurately construct explanations that explain the diversity of species on Earth after mass extinctions? You may select all that apply. click 2 A) Increasing human populations breed new species to fill the role of extinct ones.

B) Speciation causes the divergence of populations into new species that increase biodiversity.

The biodiversity of life on Earth must remain equal, so new species form after an extinction.

D) After extinctions, there are periods of adaptive radiation where species fill vacated niches.

E) Shifting tectonic plates creates geographic isolation of populations that can diverge into new species.