Which of the following was the most important for maintaining the Earth's stable climate over the time it took for large organisms to evolve?
A) sustained volcanic activity
B) the cessation of the heavy bombardment phase
C) plate tectonics
D) the Moon
E) underground sea vents

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Plate tectonics plays a crucial role in regulating Earth's climate over geological timescales by recycling carbon through the carbon-silicate cycle, which helps maintain a stable climate conducive to the evolution of large organisms.

Which of the Following Was the Most Important for Maintaining