The Global Warming That Naturally Occurred During the Eocene Resulted

question 7

Multiple Choice

The global warming that naturally occurred during the Eocene resulted in the rise of the primate order; the global warming that is taking place today will likely have negative impacts for humans, such as:

• A) changes in crop production as a result of decreased precipitation.
• B) extinction of certain species unrelated to habitat loss.
• C) lower sea levels, resulting in the addition of coastal lands on multiple continents.
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Eating Disorder

A group of serious conditions in which an individual is preoccupied with food and weight, leading to unhealthy eating habits and potentially life-threatening health problems.

Starvation

A severe deficiency in caloric energy intake, below the level needed to maintain an organism's life.

Binge-eating Disorder

A disorder characterized by repeated episodes of eating large quantities of food (often quickly and to the point of discomfort), usually accompanied by feelings of loss of control and distress.

Obese Individuals

People having a body mass index (BMI) considered significantly above the healthy range, which may lead to various health risks.