The assumption that there was little free oxygen in

the earth’s first atmosphere is supported by evidence
derived from the study of
a. ancient iron-containing rocks.
b. the ancient atmosphere.
c. oceanic sediments.
d. moon rocks that formed at the same time as the
earth.
e. none of these.


Answer: a

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