"The History of the Earth"

The history of the Earth spans about 4.6 billion years, beginning with its formation from a cloud of dust and gas in space. Over time, Earth’s surface cooled, forming solid crusts and oceans. Life first appeared around 3.5 billion years ago with simple microorganisms, gradually evolving into diverse plants and animals. Major events include the rise of dinosaurs, mass extinctions, and the emergence of humans roughly 300,000 years ago. Earth's history is marked by continuous change driven by geological and biological processes, shaping the planet as we know it today through a dynamic and complex timeline.