Mesozoic Era and Dinosaurs

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What does the term 'extinct' mean?

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Describes a group of living things that are no longer living.

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What is a Spinosaurus?

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A species of dinosaur known for its sail-like structure on its back.

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In which eon did the extinction of dinosaurs occur?

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Phanerozoic.

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What is an Epoch in geological time?

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A subdivision of a geological period, such as the Paleocene.

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Which group of organisms did NOT first appear during the Mesozoic era?

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Reptiles.

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What are fossils?

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Remains or impressions of ancient organisms preserved in rock.

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What is the Mesozoic Era known for?

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The age of dinosaurs and the emergence of mammals and birds.

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What are flowering plants?

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Plants that produce flowers and seeds, first appearing in the Mesozoic era.

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What is the significance of the Triassic period?

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It is the first period of the Mesozoic Era, marking the rise of dinosaurs.

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What is a dinosaur?

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A diverse group of reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic Era.