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Mo11-L6b: Fossil Evidence About Mesozoic Era

The climate of the Mesozoic era was warmer than SUMMARY
the climate of the Paleozoic era.
Major Events During the Mesozoic Era
With no glaciers, the oceans had more water.
As Pangaea broke up, the continents began to
move into their present-day positions.
The Atlantic Ocean began to form at this time.

150 million
years ago

The Mesozoic climate was warm and sea level
was high.

Fossil Evidence About Mesozoic
Mo11–L6b
Era
KEY CONCEPTS:
1. What does fossil evidence reveal about the
Mesozoic era?
65 million
years ago

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plesiosaur

Key Concept Mesozoic marine reptile with a small head, long
neck, and f ippers.
Major Events During the Mesozoic Era

When did the Atlantic Ocean begin to form?

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