Earth's history
Earth's history spans about 4.5 billion years, beginning with the planet's formation from dust and gas in the solar system. Over millions of years, the planet cooled, leading to the formation of oceans and continents. Life emerged around 3.5 billion years ago, evolving from simple single-celled organisms to complex plants and animals. Major events include the age of dinosaurs, the rise of mammals, and the development of human beings around 200,000 years ago. Human civilizations began about 10,000 years ago, leading to technological and cultural advancements that shape our world today. Earth continues to evolve, influenced by natural processes and human actions.
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Earth's history spans about 4.5 billion years, beginning with its formation from dust and gas around the Sun. It evolved through various eras: the Hadean (molten beginnings), Archean (first life forms), Proterozoic (more complex life and oxygen buildup), and Phanerozoic (diverse life, including dinosaurs, mammals, and humans). Major events include the formation of continents, mass extinctions, and the rise of different life forms. Humans appeared relatively recently, around 200,000 years ago. Earth’s history is marked by dynamic changes in climate, geology, and life, shaping the planet we inhabit today.