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Permian Definition


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Permian
adj
    1. geol.
      Relating to the last period of the Palaeozoic era, during which reptiles became more abundant and primitive conifers and ginkgoes appeared.
    2. Relating to the rocks formed during this period.
Etymology: 19c: named after the Perm region in Russia where extensive areas of rock formed in this period are found.



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