Pennsylvanian Period (Noun)
Meaning
From 310 million to 280 million years ago; warm climate; swampy land.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Pennsylvanian Period was characterized by a warm climate and swampy land that covered much of the Earth's surface.
- During the Pennsylvanian Period, the supercontinent of Pangaea began to take shape, leading to significant geological changes.
- The Pennsylvanian Period saw the rise of early amphibians and reptiles, which thrived in the warm and humid environment.
- The swampy land of the Pennsylvanian Period gave rise to vast coal deposits that would later become a crucial source of energy.
- The Pennsylvanian Period was marked by a dramatic increase in plant diversity, with many species of ferns, mosses, and other vegetation dominating the landscape.