Mountain Building and Extinctions Mark the End of the Eras

question 45

True/False

Mountain building and extinctions mark the end of the eras of geologic time.

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Definitions:

Compromise of 1850

A series of laws passed in 1850 aimed at resolving the territorial and slavery controversies arising from the Mexican-American War.

Fugitive Slave Act

Legislation passed in the United States that required the return of escaped slaves to their owners, even from states where slavery was banned.

Texas

A state located in the southern region of the United States, known for its significant contributions to American history, culture, and economy.