The term Mesozoic refers to the "middle" life forms intermediate in complexity between early and much later, more modern-looking life forms.

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The term Mesozoic refers to the middle era of geological time between the Paleozoic and Cenozoic eras, and is known for the dominance of reptiles, such as dinosaurs, and the development of flowering plants. It is not specifically referring to the complexity or appearance of life forms.

The Term Mesozoic Refers to the "Middle" Life Forms Intermediate