The "Cambrian Explosion" Refers to _____

question 47

Multiple Choice

The "Cambrian Explosion" refers to _____.

• A)disappearance of life in the Cambrian
• B)volcanic eruption of animals
• C)the first eukaryotes
• D)rapid diversification of animal groups
• E)the end of the Cambrian Period

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