centromeerid

Centromeerid is a proposed but not officially recognized geological period, often discussed in relation to the Phanerozoic Eon. The concept of a centromeerid period typically arises in discussions about potential subdivisions of geological time that fall between the Paleozoic and Mesozoic eras. It is not a formal unit within the Geologic Time Scale as established by the International Commission on Stratigraphy.

The idea of a centromeerid period is largely hypothetical, serving as a conceptual space for geological events and formations that might not neatly fit into established periods. Some researchers have informally used the term to bridge gaps or explore hypothetical transitional phases in Earth's history. The term itself has not gained widespread adoption or consensus within the scientific community.

Currently, the geological time scale officially recognizes the Permian Period as the final period of the Paleozoic Era, followed by the Triassic Period, which marks the beginning of the Mesozoic Era. There is no formal geological period named Centromeerid that separates these two. Scientific efforts focus on refining existing subdivisions and understanding the detailed stratigraphy and geochronology of established periods.