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The holocene
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the current period of time in Earth's history, starting about 11,700 years ago and continuing today
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Composition
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proper
Examples
The glaciers receded during the Holocene, allowing for the spread of forests and wildlife.
holocene
01
related to the current geological epoch, which began around 11,700 years ago and continues to the present
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Composition
Compound
proper
relational
ungradable
domain
geology, time, climate
Examples
The Holocene climate changes have significantly impacted human civilizations.
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