Mass Extinction Events from the Precambrian to Mid-Paleozoic That Nobody Talks About
Offered By: GEO GIRL via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore lesser-known mass extinction events from the Precambrian to Mid-Paleozoic eras in this informative 20-minute video. Delve into the often-overlooked catastrophic events that rival the 'Big 5' mass extinctions in terms of magnitude, species loss, and ecological severity. Learn about the Precambrian Oxygen Catastrophe Extinction, Early Cambrian Extinctions, Mid-Late Cambrian Extinctions, Silurian Extinctions, and Devonian Extinctions. Gain insights into Earth's tumultuous past and the various factors that have shaped life on our planet throughout its history. Discover how these lesser-known events have significantly impacted the evolution of life and ecosystems, complementing the understanding of the more widely recognized mass extinctions.
Syllabus
Big 5 Mass Extinctions
Lesser-known Mass Extinctions
Precambrian Oxygen Catastrophe Extinction
Early Cambrian Extinctions
Mid-Late Cambrian Extinctions
Silurian Extinctions
Devonian Extinctions
Taught by
GEO GIRL
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