Lesson 2: Geologic Time Scale
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
An 'Era' in the context of geology is:
a period of time lasting millions of years, marked by significant geological events.
a type of rock formation found in the Earth's crust.
a specific location where fossils are found.
a tool used by geologists to measure time.
Answer explanation
An 'Era' in geology refers to a significant period lasting millions of years, characterized by major geological events, making the first choice the correct answer.
2.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following descriptions with their corresponding terms.
Geologic Time Scale
A calendar of ancient civilizations.
Planetary Chart
A chart of the solar system's planets.
Ancient Civilization Calendar
A timeline of human history.
History Timeline
A record of the geologic events and the evolution of life forms as shown in the rock and fossil records.
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DROPDOWN QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
(a) of Earth's history is covered by the Precambrian Time.
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88%
75%
95%
Answer explanation
The Precambrian Time covers about 88% of Earth's history, making it the longest geological time period. This includes the formation of the Earth and the development of early life forms.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Precambrian Time covers from 4.6 billion years ago to _______ million years ago.
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600
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800
Answer explanation
The Precambrian Time spans from 4.6 billion years ago to 541 million years ago, marking the end of this era and the beginning of the Cambrian period, which is significant for the development of complex life.
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MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following geological time units with their descriptions.
Divisions of geologic time that last tens of millions of years.
Ages
The largest divisions of geologic time, lasting hundreds of millions of years.
Eons
Shorter spans of time marked by notable events or changes in Earth's history.
Epochs
Subdivisions of periods, characterized by significant events in Earth's history.
Periods
6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which era is characterized by increased complexity of life forms, including the earliest fish, amphibians, and arachnids?
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Answer explanation
The era characterized by increased complexity of life forms, including the earliest fish, amphibians, and arachnids, is the Paleozoic Era. This period saw significant evolutionary advancements in marine and terrestrial life.
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DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Pangea formed during the (a) era.
Pangea formed during the late Paleo
Pangea formed during the Mesozoic e
Pangea formed during the Cenozoic e
Pangea formed during the Precambria
Answer explanation
Pangea formed during the late Paleozoic era, specifically in the Carboniferous period, when the continents began to merge. The other options refer to eras after Pangea's formation.
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