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Cretaceous-Tertiary Impact, artwork
Cretaceous-Tertiary Impact. Computer artwork of a large asteroid hitting Earth 65 million years ago. The impact formed the Chicxulub crater on Mexicos Yucatan Peninsula, which is around 200 kilometres wide. The catastrophic impact may have been a factor in the extinction of the dinosaurs
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65 Million Years Ago Asteroid Asteroid Impact Boundary Chicxulub Crater Colliding Collision Comet Cretaceous Cretaceous Tertiary Dinosaur Dinosaurs Extinct Extinction Geological Hitting Impact Impacting Kt Extinction Event Meteorite Impact Mexico Natural History North American Peninsula Planetary Pre Historic Pre History Strike Tertiary Yucatan Kt Boundary Palaeontology
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This artwork, titled "Cretaceous-Tertiary Impact" takes us back 65 million years ago to a pivotal moment in Earth's history. Created by Science Photo Library, this computer-generated illustration vividly depicts the catastrophic collision between a massive asteroid and our planet. The impact of this celestial body resulted in the formation of the awe-inspiring Chicxulub crater on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, spanning an astonishing 200 kilometers. The significance of this event cannot be overstated. It is widely believed that the Cretaceous-Tertiary (KT) impact played a crucial role in the extinction of dinosaurs and numerous other species. This monumental catastrophe forever altered life on Earth as we know it. Through intricate details and expert artistry, this print transports us to an era when prehistoric giants roamed our planet. It serves as a powerful reminder of how fragile existence can be and how even seemingly invincible creatures can succumb to forces beyond their control. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our past and its profound influence on shaping our present world. The intersection between science, geology, paleontology, and art converge here to offer us a glimpse into one of nature's most extraordinary events – an event that forever changed the course of life on Earth.
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