Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 24 - The History of Life on Earth - 24.3 - Major Events in the Evolution of Life Can Be Read in the Fossil Record - 24.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 525: 2

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The Cambrian explosion marks a period of 60 million years where life on earth diversified at extreme rates. The explosion saw the rise of many animal groups that have descendants that exist today including shelled arthropods and large carnivores.

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The Cambrian explosion marks a period of 60 million years where life on earth diversified at extreme rates. The explosion saw the rise of many animal groups that have descendants that exist today including shelled arthropods and large carnivores.
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