Permian Mass Extinction

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The largest mass extinction in history, where an estimated 83% of genera went extinct. Linked to the Siberian Trapps as a cause.

Synonyms:
Permian-Triassic Mass Extinction, Permian-Triassic Extinction Event, Permo-Triassic Mass Extinction, Permo-Triassic Extinction Event, End Permian Extinction
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Author: Chris

Associate Professor, Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah