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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question

Question

During which period did the first trees and forests appear on Earth?
Options
A Silurian Period
B Devonian Period
Correct Answer
C Carboniferous Period
D Permian Period
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

During the Devonian Period (410-360 mya), the first trees and forests arose, and fish diversified, including the first sharks and amphibians.

Hint

This period is part of the Paleozoic Era and is sometimes called the 'Age of Fishes'.

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