Which of the Following Contributed to the Great Dying in the Americas

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributed to the Great Dying in the Americas?

• A) A volcanic eruption and an earthquake that caused flooding
• B) A prolonged drought that made farming impossible
• C) The frequent warfare between the Aztec and Inca empires
• D) Native Americans' lack of immunity to Eurasian diseases

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Definitions:

Convergent Evolution

The process by which unrelated or distantly related organisms evolve similar body forms, coloration, organs, or adaptations as a result of similar environmental pressures.

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Body Form

Body form refers to the physical shape and structure of an organism, particularly in relation to its adaptability and function in its environment.

Convergent Evolution

The process by which unrelated organisms independently evolve similarities when adapting to similar environments.