Introductory Geosciences II (Geol-1122)

Outline of Important Geologic Events in Earth History

I.Precambrian (4.6 BYA to 542 MYA) - 87% of Earth History

II.Paleozoic (542 to 251 MYA)

III.Mesozoic Era - Time of Middle Life/Age of the Reptiles (251-66 MYA)

II.Cenozoic Era - 'Age of the Mammals' (66 MYA to the recent)

III.Important Geologic Provinces of Georgia