Formation of the layers of the Earths crust from the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period (colour litho)

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Formation of the layers of the Earths crust from the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period (colour litho)

5996983 Formation of the layers of the Earths crust from the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period (colour litho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Formation of the layers of the Earths crust from the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period. Illustration from El Mundo Ilustrado Biblioteca de Las Familias (The Illustrated World Library of Families) (Biblioteca Ilustrada de Espasa Hermanos, Barcelona, c1880).); © Look and Learn

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Cretaceous Earth Formation Geology Geomorphology Layers Rocks Earths Crust Eocene Miocene Pliocene Quaternary Sedimentary

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This print titled "Formation of the layers of the Earth's crust from the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period" takes us on a journey through millions of years of geological history. Created by an anonymous Spanish School artist in the 19th century, this color lithograph showcases the intricate process that shaped our planet's surface. The image, sourced from El Mundo Ilustrado Biblioteca de Las Familias (The Illustrated World Library of Families), provides a visual representation of how different layers formed over time. From the Cretaceous Period to the Quaternary Period, we witness various geological phenomena such as sedimentation and tectonic activity. As we delve into each layer, we encounter not only rocks but also glimpses of ancient life forms. Fossils embedded within these strata offer valuable insights into past ecosystems and evolutionary processes. The presence of animals and plants reminds us that Earth's crust is not merely composed of inert matter; it is teeming with vibrant stories waiting to be unraveled. From sea beds filled with marine organisms during earlier periods to terrestrial landscapes populated by diverse flora and fauna in later epochs, this print encapsulates both scientific knowledge and artistic beauty. It serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with understanding our planet's origins and its ever-changing nature. Through this artwork, viewers are invited to appreciate both the immense timescales involved in Earth's formation and our ongoing quest for knowledge about its complex geology.

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