Asked by Alejandro Silva on May 14, 2024
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The rapid appearance of animals in the fossil record occurred during the Ediacaran radiation.
Ediacaran Radiation
A period marked by the rapid increase in multicellular life forms on Earth, occurring towards the end of the Ediacaran Period.
- Recognize the ancestral connections between animals and their common progenitors.
Verified Answer
GY
Gerardo YanezMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
The rapid appearance of animals in the fossil record is known as the Cambrian explosion, not the Ediacaran radiation. The Ediacaran period predates the Cambrian and is known for the appearance of the earliest large, complex multicellular organisms, but the Cambrian explosion is specifically noted for the rapid diversification of life forms and the appearance of most major groups of animals.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the ancestral connections between animals and their common progenitors.