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How did the supercontinent Pangaea become seven separate continents?

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The idea of Pangaea comes from Alfred Wegener's hypothesis that the seven continents were once joined as a supercontinent. Learn more about Pangaea.

Can You Ace This Australian History Quiz?

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Australia is one interesting country in terms of its progress, and how it is also being progressive today. But are you aware of many interesting details that make up its colorful history? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of Australian history, then, mate!

How the Ancient Land Blob Gondwana Became Today's Continents

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Gondwana was a humongous landmass that persisted for 300 million years before it began to break up, forming all the continents in the modern Southern Hemisphere.

Meet Palaeophis Colossaeus, the Largest Sea Snake of All Time

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If you like swimming in the ocean, you'll probably be glad to hear that Palaeophis colossaeus, a 40-foot sea snake, has been extinct for millions of years.

Caspian Sea: The World's Largest Lake (Yes, You Read That Right)

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One of Earth's most interesting natural features, the Caspian Sea is the largest inland body of water on the planet, defying conventional classifications to be both a sea and a lake.

Can You Pass This Hard General Knowledge Quiz?

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Do you know where the word “trivia” comes from? If you're already rolling your eyes because that's such an easy question, then this quiz is for you!

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