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2.

The following image best represents what time period?
- Devonian
- Carboniferous
- Triassic
Correct Answer

A. Carboniferous

Explanation

With great forests and swamps this picture represents the carboniferous period. The triassic didn't have the lush forests and the devonian didn't have forests yet!

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3.

What time period is called the "Age of Crinoids"?

Correct Answer
Silurian
silurian

Explanation
The time period called the "Age of Crinoids" is the Silurian period. Crinoids were abundant during this period and flourished in the oceans. They are marine animals that resemble flowers and are commonly known as sea lilies or feather stars. The Silurian period occurred approximately 443 to 419 million years ago and is characterized by a diverse range of marine life.

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4.

Which time period ended with the worlds largest mass extinction?

Correct Answer
Permian
permian

Explanation
The Permian period ended with the world's largest mass extinction. This extinction event, known as the Permian-Triassic extinction event, occurred approximately 252 million years ago and resulted in the loss of about 96% of marine species and 70% of terrestrial species. It is considered the most severe mass extinction event in Earth's history, wiping out a significant portion of life on the planet. The Permian period is therefore associated with this catastrophic event, making it the correct answer.

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5.

What Time Period would you most likely find this giant marine organism?
- Ordovician
- Silurian
- Devonian
Correct Answer

A. Devonian

Explanation

This sea creature is called Dunkleosteus...who live during the great devonian period!

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