Answer:
Option C.
Scientist explain the incomplete fossil record because not all organisms become fossils. Processes like erosion and mountain building can change rock layers, causing fossils to be spread over multiple layers or destroyed.
Explanation:
- Fossils are the remains of organisms that are found on the rocks after they die.
- So, no one can be 100% sure about the complete fossil record because of the continuous process like erosion and other natural calamities.
- The sediment must cover any organism's remains to start the fossilization process to start. Most of the organisms start decomposing before this process can be executed.
D. Evaluate
Explanation:
The team of ecologists failed to implement the evaluation stage of adaptive management approach as the didn't compare various possible methods that could be used for the managemenr process and evaluation refers to analysis of completed or ongoing activities related to the topic in consideration to determine the management effectiveness and efficiency. Since they forgot to evaluate the various possible methods, evaluation is the missed approach.
All the animals and plants that die as a result of their ecosystem being destroyed.
