What is Quaternary?

Quaternary refers to the most recent period in Earth's history, covering the last 2.6 million years. It is characterized by the emergence and development of humans, as well as the prevalence of glacial cycles that have sculpted the landscape and affected global climate. This period is marked by the extinction of many megafauna species, the evolution of modern humans, and the rise of agriculture and civilization. The Quaternary is divided into two epochs, the Pleistocene and Holocene, with the latter beginning approximately 11,700 years ago after the last glacial period.

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