BIO NMDCAT Concept of Evolution
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46. Which event most likely contributed to the shift from anaerobic to aerobic organisms during evolution?

A. Formation of protocells
B. Accumulation of atmospheric oxygen by photosynthetic organisms
C. Appearance of multicellular animals
D. Formation of the primordial soup

📝 Explanation

Correct: Photosynthetic microorganisms gradually increased atmospheric oxygen, allowing aerobic respiration to evolve. A, C, D: These did not directly cause aerobic metabolism. Concept: Evolution of Earth's atmosphere.

📖 Additional Information

  • Formation of protocells
  • Accumulation of atmospheric oxygen by photosynthetic organisms
  • Appearance of multicellular animals
  • Formation of the primordial soup

Correct: Photosynthetic microorganisms gradually increased atmospheric oxygen, allowing aerobic respiration to evolve. A, C, D: These did not directly cause aerobic metabolism. Concept: Evolution of Earth's atmosphere.

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