Which period is older: Permian or Triassic?
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Which period is older: Permian or Triassic?
Eras of Geologic Time:
Our Earth's history stretches back billions of years, a span of time that is difficult for a person to comprehend. Geologists simplify this by referring to specific eras that span millions or even tens of millions of years.
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View this answerThe Permian period of geologic time is older than the Triassic, ending directly before the Triassic began, about 250 million years ago. The Permian...
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The Paleozoic Era: Definition, Timeline & Events
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Chapter 22 / Lesson 12Learn about the Paleozoic Era and the major events that happened during it. Discover the animals that lived in the Paleozoic Era and explore the Paleozoic Era timeline.
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