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Cambrian

Verb / ˈkæmbri:ʌn / Another word for cambrian — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cambrian is an adjective that refers to an ancient period of geological time between 570 and 505 million years ago, when most major animal groups appeared in the fossil record.

Synonyms & similar words

welsh cambrian cymry cambrianperiod welshman prehistoric ancient primeval early primitive antique archaic old bygone past former historical fossilized prehistoric antediluvian antediluvial antediluvan paleozoic proterozoic mesozoic

Example sentences

  1. The Cambrian explosion marked a significant step in the evolution of life on Earth.
  2. Scientists have discovered many new species from the Cambrian period.
  3. The rocks from the Cambrian period are found all over the world.
  4. The Cambrian period was named after the Latin name for Wales, where the first rocks of this age were identified.
  5. The Cambrian period lasted for about 65 million years.

Quotes

  • The Cambrian era produced the most rapid and remarkable burst of evolution known to science.
  • The Cambrian explosion is the most important event in the history of life on Earth.
  • The Cambrian period marked the beginning of a new chapter in the evolution of life on our planet.

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