UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    In which of the following eras the earth was nearly covered with snow and ice?

    A)  Cretaceous Era

    B)  Pliocene Era

    C)  Pleistocene Era

    D)  Tertiary Era

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     The earth was nearly covered with snow and ice in Pleistocene Era. The Pleistocene is the geological epoch which lasted from about 2,588,000 to 11,700 years ago, spanning the world's recent period of repeated glaciations.


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