Question

The "great dying," which saw 96% of all species extinct, was partially caused by(1 point)
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lower levels of carbon dioxide in the air.
lower levels of carbon dioxide in the air.

algae consuming too much oxygen from the ocean.
algae consuming too much oxygen from the ocean.

an asteroid impact.
an asteroid impact.

bacteria producing large amounts of toxic methane.

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GPT-4o mini
The "great dying," also known as the Permian-Triassic extinction event, was partially caused by **bacteria producing large amounts of toxic methane**. This event is believed to have been driven by various factors, including volcanic activity, changes in sea level, and anoxia in the oceans, but the role of methane-producing bacteria is significant in theories regarding its impact on climate and ecosystems.

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