Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2016 2016Moderate

Reptiles flourished in _ period.

Correct answer: D. Both (a) & (b)

  • A. Jurassic
  • B. Mesozoic
  • C. Metazoic
  • D. Both (a) & (b)

Explanation

The correct answer is "Both (a) & (b)". Reptiles flourished during the Mesozoic era, known as the "Age of Reptiles", which includes the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods. The Jurassic period is a part of this era and was a time of significant reptile diversity, notably for dinosaurs. Although the Jurassic period saw a peak in reptilian diversity, it is just one part of the Mesozoic era, which collectively represents the flourishing of reptiles. The option 'Metazoic' is incorrect as it is not a recognized geological term, making it a distractor.

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