Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780357093795
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING (CUSTOM)
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Chapter 19, Problem 1SQ
Which of the following is NOT true of conditions during the Hadean eon?
- a. The atmosphere held no oxygen.
- b. Rocks began to rust.
- c. Volcanic eruptions were common
- d. Meteorites struck the Earth continually.
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