geologic-time
geologic time
noun
the succession of eras, periods, and epochs as considered in historical geology.
Origin:
1860–65
1860–65
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geologic time  (jē'ə-lŏj'ĭk) Pronunciation Key
(click for larger image in new window) The period of time covering the formation and development of the Earth, from about 4.6 billion years ago to today. |
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