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Western hemisphere of the Earth during the Early Jurassic period
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Western hemisphere of the Earth during the Early Jurassic period
This is how the western hemisphere of the Earth may have appeared 200 million years ago during the Early Jurassic period. North is at the top.
During this period continental drift, driven by the massive forces of plate tectonics, had just begun to break the supercontinent of Pangea into Laurasia in the north and Gondwana in the south.
In this image the nascent North American continent has just broken away from North Africa while South America and the rest of Africa remain joined as Gondwana. To the west in the global Panthalassa ocean are strips of land corresponding to the Wrangellia Terrane which later merged with western North America
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This print takes us back in time, 200 million years ago, to the Early Jurassic period. The image showcases the western hemisphere of our Earth during this prehistoric era, with North positioned at the top. As we delve into Earth's ancient history, we witness the dramatic effects of continental drift and plate tectonics on our planet's landmasses. During this period, Pangea, the supercontinent that once encompassed all major landmasses on Earth, began to fracture. In this snapshot of time captured by Walter Myers' lens, we observe North America separating from North Africa while South America remains connected to Africa as part of Gondwana. The vast Panthalassa ocean stretches westward beyond these shifting continents. Here lies evidence of Wrangellia Terrane - strips of land that would later merge with western North America. This mesmerizing image not only offers a glimpse into our planet's geological past but also serves as a testament to the ever-changing nature of our world. It reminds us that even continents are subject to transformation over millions of years. As we explore this photograph further, it sparks curiosity about Earth's origins and evolution – topics deeply rooted in scientific exploration and understanding. Walter Myers' work invites us to appreciate both the beauty and complexity found within our natural history.
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