Vocabulary Entry

triassic

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to the first period of the Mesozoic era, characterized by the emergence of dinosaurs.

Example Sentences

"The Triassic period is known for the rise of dinosaurs."

"Fossils from the Triassic show a diverse range of early reptiles."

"During the Triassic, Earth’s continents began to drift apart."

noun

Example Sentences

"Scientists study the Triassic to understand prehistoric life."

"The end of the Triassic is marked by a major extinction event."

"Many significant geological formations date back to the Triassic."