What happens after a mass extinction, such as an ice age or the extinction of the dinosaurs?

Answer

AOrganisms evolve more slowly as they recover from the loss of diversity.
BSurviving populations reach a state of equilibrium due to decreased competition.
CThe remaining species are able to live longer due to increased food supply.
DThe surviving species evolve more rapidly to fill the newly available niches.

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After a mass extinction, the surviving species evolve more rapidly to fill the newly available niches. The correct answer is D.

After a mass extinction, the surviving species evolve more rapidly to fill the newly available niches. The correct answer is D. I just got it right on my quiz for bio!!!