Paleozoic Era (541–252 million years ago) Flashcards
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Q: What is the Cambrian Explosion?
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A: A dramatic diversification of aquatic animal life at the start of the Paleozoic Era.
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Q: What organisms evolved during the Devonian Period?
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A: The first forests, sharks, and tetrapods (like Tiktaalik).
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Q: What major event ended the Permian Period?
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A: The largest mass extinction in Earth’s history.
