Timeline

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	10 Million Years Ago There are two corridors leading to the Mediterranean Sea.
	6.9 Million Years Ago The Mediterranean begins to become isolated from the Atlantic Ocean.
	5.6 Million Years Ago The Mediterranean is completely cut off from the Atlantic.
	5.59 Million Years Ago Evaporation begins to accelerate, leaving salt deposits.
	~5.5 Million Years Ago A layer of gypsum forms.
	~5.5 Million Years Ago A layer of halite salt also forms.
	5.5 Million Years Ago The Mediterranean is almost fully dried up.
	5.4 Million Years Ago Lago Mare: the Medierranean Partially refills.
	5.3 Million Years Ago -> Present Day The Mediterranean Sea has completely refilled.