The correct chronological order of the events is:
- Photosynthesizing bacteria release oxygen into the sea.
- Oxygen concentrations increase in the atmosphere.
- Many new animal species evolve.
- Single-celled organisms increase atmospheric methane concentrations.
Therefore, the first option that accurately represents this order is:
Photosynthesizing bacteria release oxygen into the sea. Oxygen concentrations increase in the atmosphere. Many new animal species evolve. Single-celled organisms increase atmospheric methane concentrations.