Which of the Following Statements Explains How an Oxygen-Rich Atmosphere

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements explains how an oxygen-rich atmosphere was possible?

• A)The number of plants has always outnumbered the animals.
• B)Photosynthetic organisms have existed on earth longer than heterotrophs.
• C)Rates of carbon fixation and respiration have always been equal.
• D)Rates of oxygen consumption were lower than rates of photosynthesis.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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