Sea level fluctuated several times during the Paleozoic. Which of the following is not a representative factor for sea level rise in the Paleozoic?
A) Melting of continental glaciers.
B) Ocean basins stood high on the asthenosphere due to active seafloor spreading.
C) Ocean basins stood high on the asthenosphere due to slow but continuous seafloor convergence.
D) The breakup of the Precambrian supercontinent.
Answer: C
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