One Hypothesis Suggests That the Cambrian Explosion Was Caused by the Rise

question 30

Multiple Choice

One hypothesis suggests that the Cambrian explosion was caused by the rise of predator-prey relationships. This hypothesis is best supported by an increased incidence of which of the following fossil traces?

• A) worm burrows
• B) larger animals
• C) organic material
• D) protective shells

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