Cenozoic Era

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The term Cenozoic means _________ life.

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New

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The collisions of Africa and especially India led to mountain building resulting in the ________ and the Himalayan mountain ranges.

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Alps

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The ______________ Era is the last and most recent of the geologic eras.

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Cenozoic

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During the Cenozoic Era-The _____________ mostly existed more or less as we know them.

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continents

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_____________ became more widespread, making habitat for grazing animals like buffalo, horses, camels and others.

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Grasslands

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What is the Cenozoic Era known for?

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The Cenozoic Era is known for the rise of mammals and birds, and the development of modern flora and fauna.

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What are the three periods of the Cenozoic Era?

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The three periods are the Paleogene, Neogene, and Quaternary.

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What significant climatic changes occurred during the Cenozoic Era?

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The Cenozoic Era saw significant cooling and drying, leading to the expansion of grasslands.

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What major geological event occurred during the Cenozoic Era?

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The collision of tectonic plates, leading to the uplift of mountain ranges like the Himalayas.

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How did the Cenozoic Era affect animal evolution?

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It led to the diversification of mammals and the extinction of many large reptiles.