European Quaternary

The European Quaternary refers to the most recent period of Earth's history, covering roughly the last 2.58 million years. It is characterized by repeated cycles of glacial (cold) and interglacial (warm) periods, during which large ice sheets advanced and retreated across Europe. These climate shifts significantly shaped the continent's landscapes, ecosystems, and human development. The Quaternary period includes the rise of modern humans and major advances in technology and culture. Its study helps us understand climate change, environmental shifts, and how life on Earth adapts over time.