Asteroid Impact
Feb 2025 · Publifye AS
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Asteroid Impact explores the Earth-shattering event that led to the Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction, forever altering life on our planet. This book examines the geological and paleontological evidence surrounding the asteroid impact that occurred roughly 66 million years ago. The book highlights how the discovery of iridium anomalies and shocked quartz were initial key pieces of evidence that supported the asteroid impact theory. It also shows how this single event drastically altered the environment, leading to widespread species extinction and influencing the course of evolution.
The book progresses by first establishing a historical context, followed by an examination of physical evidence, including the Chicxulub crater and impact debris. It then synthesizes data from various scientific disciplines, such as Earth sciences and planetary science, to provide a comprehensive overview. The book explains how the Chicxulub impact served as the primary catalyst for the extinction event, causing long-lasting changes in Earth's biodiversity and geological structures.
Through visualizations and accessible explanations, it offers a fresh perspective on this pivotal moment in Earth's history.
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