In the Insight into National Geographic Explorer, Dr

question 49

Multiple Choice

In the Insight into National Geographic Explorer, Dr. Hand suggests that studying life in extreme environments is important for what reason?

• A) It can improve our understanding of earth's early evolution
• B) Extreme environments have highly adapted organisms
• C) These environments could mimic conditions on other planets
• D) New species of organisms are being discovered

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Definitions:

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