Geological Time Scale

The Geological Time Scale is a system used by scientists to categorize Earth's history into different periods based on significant geological and biological events. It is divided into eons, eras, periods, epochs, and ages. The scale helps us understand the timing of events such as the formation of continents, the rise and fall of dinosaurs, and major extinction events. By studying rocks and fossils, geologists can piece together a timeline that shows how Earth and life have evolved over billions of years, allowing us to grasp the vastness of geological time and the processes that have shaped our planet.