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The Earth's History — Test

Question 1 • Earth and Space Science

What does the presence of Glossopteris fossils in Antarctica suggest?

Answer
A
Glossopteris plants could grow in icy conditions.
B
Antarctica was once warmer and located closer to the equator.
C
The fossils were transported to Antarctica by ocean currents.
D
Wind and water currents carried Glossopteris seeds all over the globe.

Explanation

Glossopteris was a seed fern that grew in a relatively warm climate, so its fossils in Antarctica indicate that the continent was once warmer than it is today. The fossils also support the idea that Antarctica was once joined to other southern continents and located closer to the equator. They do not show that Glossopteris could grow in icy conditions.

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