Pangaea

Definition

A supercontinent that existed during the Permian and Triassic periods, approximately 335 to 175 million years ago, comprising all of Earth's landmass joined together before continental drift separated them into the continents we know today.

Example Usage

Scientists study Pangaea to understand how ancient climates and species distribution shaped the modern world.

Origin

From Greek 'pan' (all) and 'gaia' (Earth), literally meaning 'all Earth'.

Fun Fact

If Pangaea reformed today, it would create a single vast ocean surrounding the supercontinent, completely transforming global weather patterns and ocean currents.

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