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What is the "Cambrian explosion," and why is it significant?
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- Briefly describe at least two theories that attempt to explain the cause of the Cambrian explosion.arrow_forwardDefine Cambrian explosionarrow_forwardThe term “Cambrian explosion” refers to (a) an increase in biodiversity. (b) a mass extinction. (c) an atmospheric detonation due to increasing gas concentrations. (d) an oceanic eruption caused by underwater volcanic activity.arrow_forward
- The eon comprising the Cambrian period up to the present is called the (1). It is divided into three eras: Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic. The Paleozoic era, first (2) appeared. Finally, the Cenozoic era is where (3), flourished, lasting up to this day.arrow_forwardplease see attachedarrow_forwardThe Cambrian Explosion occurred due to the widespread adoption of bilateral symmetry and the extinction of the Ediacaran fauna. What is this burst of diversity referred to? Explain what kind of triggers these two factors are and why they led to greater diversity.arrow_forward
- During what geologic period did life on Earth begin?arrow_forwardHow is the layer of iridium used to tell the relative age of different rock strata and fossils?arrow_forwardWhat factors influenced the isotopic composition of oxygen in skeletons of marine organisms during the modern ice age?arrow_forward
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