Question

The diagram below shows a portion of the geologic time scale.

Based on the time scale, which of these inferences is most likely correct?

A) land animals created the first oxygen molecules

B) flowering plants created the first oxygen molecules

C) rock formation started after microscopic life appeared on Earth

D) the atmosphere was formed after microscopic life appeared on Earth

Answer 1

D: the atmosphere was formed after microscopic life appeared on earth

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option D. Based on the time scale, it would be that the atmosphere was formed after microscopic life appeared on Earth that is the correct inference. It is very clear in the picture as the microorganisms appear before the atmosphere. Hope this answers the question.