Mass Extinctions in Geologic History Are Attributed to Many Possible

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Essay

Mass extinctions in geologic history are attributed to many possible causes.What are some of these proposed causes?

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Definitions:

Descriptive Economics

The branch of economics that focuses on describing the economies or economic events.

Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc

A logical fallacy that suggests that if one event follows another, the first event must have caused the second.

Fallacy

A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument or reasoning.

Inductive Reasoning

A method of reasoning in which general conclusions are drawn from specific observations or instances.