Continental Drift and Dinosaur Diversity Flashcards
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Q: What is “faunal interchange,” and how did it impact dinosaur evolution?
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A: When continents converge, species migrate between them, leading to similar flora and fauna in both regions.
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Q: How did the breakup of Gondwana and Laurasia affect dinosaur diversity?
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A: Fragmentation increased species diversity by isolating populations, leading to divergent evolution.
