Which of the Following Statements About Patterns or Processes in the Evolution

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about patterns or processes in the evolution of life is false?

• A) ¹⁴C can be used to date the age of dinosaur bones.
• B) The supercontinent Pangaea formed during the Permian period.
• C) Mass extinctions of marine organisms have coincided with periods of low sea levels.
• D) The ends of five geological periods have been marked by mass extinctions.
• E) All of the above are true.

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Definitions:

Stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

Depressant

A class of drugs that reduce the functionality of the nervous system, leading to decreased arousal or stimulation in areas of the brain.

Narcotic

A class of drugs that reduce pain, induce sleep, and may alter mood or behavior; often used medicinally but can lead to dependency.

Narcotic

traditionally refers to substances that induce sleep or stupor, particularly opioids, which are also used for pain relief.