What evolutionary event followed metabolic release of oxygen into the atmosphere and gave cells a significant selective advantage?

a. evolution of photosynthesis
b. formation of multicellular organisms
c. evolution of aerobic respiration mechanisms
d. evolution of anaerobic metabolism
e. oxidation


Ans: c. evolution of aerobic respiration mechanisms

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