What was the largest mass extinction?
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The question is asking for information about the largest mass extinction event in Earth's history, including its characteristics, causes, and effects.
Answer
Permian-Triassic extinction event
The final answer is the Permian-Triassic extinction event.
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The final answer is the Permian-Triassic extinction event.
More Information
The Permian-Triassic extinction event, also known as the 'Great Dying', occurred approximately 252 million years ago, marking the end of the Permian period. It resulted in the loss of around 90% of marine species and 70% of terrestrial vertebrate species, significantly shaping the evolution of life on Earth.
Sources
- The web page with info on - American Museum of Natural History - amnh.org
- Permian–Triassic extinction event - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Permian extinction | Overview & Facts - Britannica - britannica.com
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