Geological Time Intro PPT 1 Flashcardizz

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What is the correct order of geologic eras from oldest to most recent?

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Precambrian, Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic

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List the geologic periods of the Paleozoic era in order from oldest to most recent.

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Cambrian, Ordovician, Silurian, Devonian, Carboniferous, Permian

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What is the last geologic period of the Precambrian era?

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Ediacaran

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How are geological eras divided on the geologic time scale?

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Eras are divided into periods.

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What are the geologic periods in the Mesozoic Era in order from oldest to most recent?

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Triassic, Jurassic, Cretaceous

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Define the Precambrian era.

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The Precambrian era is the earliest part of Earth's history, covering about 88% of geological time, before the Cambrian period.

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What significant events occurred during the Paleozoic era?

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The Paleozoic era saw the development of fish, amphibians, and the first land plants.

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What is the significance of the Mesozoic era?

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The Mesozoic era is known as the age of reptiles, including dinosaurs, and the rise of mammals and birds.

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What major events mark the end of the Mesozoic era?

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The Mesozoic era ended with the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs.

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What is the Cenozoic era known for?

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The Cenozoic era is known as the age of mammals and the development of modern flora and fauna.