What major event, occurring 252 million years ago, led to the extinction of 95% of species on Earth?

Earth's Geological History and Events

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Permian Extinction
The Cretaceous Extinction
The Cambrian Explosion
The Jurassic Extinction
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do geologists and paleontologists view time differently from the average person?
They focus on daily time scales.
They consider time in terms of human history only.
They think in terms of millions and billions of years.
They only consider the future.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What significant change occurred on Earth 750 million years after its formation?
The extinction of early life forms
The development of oceans and atmosphere
The appearance of the first dinosaurs
The formation of the first continents
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the Cambrian Explosion known for?
The extinction of dinosaurs
The appearance of the first humans
The rapid diversification of life forms
The formation of the first oceans
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following events is NOT associated with mass extinctions?
The Cambrian Explosion
Volcanic eruptions
Changes in ocean chemistry
Global cooling
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What major event is associated with the extinction of dinosaurs?
The Jurassic Extinction
The Cretaceous Extinction
The Cambrian Explosion
The Permian Extinction
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following mammals is known for laying eggs?
Platypus
Giant Armadillo
Whale
Bat
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