What is an epoch in geology?
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What is an epoch in geology?
Geological Time Scale:
The geological time scale was developed over time as scientists learned more and more about the origin of the solar system and the development of the Earth. It outlines the major events that have impacted Earth's physical structure over time.
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View this answerIn geology, an 'epoch' is one of the periods used to divide time on the geologic time scale. The largest units of time are eons, then eras, periods,...
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Geologic Time Scale: Major Eons, Eras, Periods and Epochs
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Chapter 2 / Lesson 1Learn what the geologic time scale is. Identify eons, eras, periods, and epochs on the time scale, and study the history and development of the geologic time scale.
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