How Would a Time in the Earth's Supercontinent Cycle When

question 52

Multiple Choice

How would a time in the Earth's supercontinent cycle when there was much formation of oil shale deposits,coals,and limestones affect the carbon dioxide (CO₂) concentration in the Earth's atmosphere?

• A) There would be an increase in the total CO₂ in the atmosphere.
• B) There would be a decrease in the total CO₂ in the atmosphere.
• C) The formation of limestones decreases total CO₂,while the formation of oil shale and coal increases total CO₂.
• D) The formation of oil shale deposits,coals,and limestones has very little effect on carbon dioxide

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