The supercontinent that existed about 300 million years ago was called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The supercontinent that existed about 300 million years ago was called:

A. Laurasia

B. Gondwanaland

C. Panthalassa

D. Pangaea

Answer: Option D

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Pangaea was the giant supercontinent that later broke apart into present-day continents.

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