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A class of "strange" meteorite that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs is identified

Scientists have identified a rare type of meteorite believed to be responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs. This discovery adds new insights into the catastrophic event that led to the mass extinction approximately 66 million years ago. Researchers suggest this particular meteorite had unique characteristics that may explain the widespread environmental changes that followed its impact. The findings contribute to ongoing scientific debates about the exact nature of the event and its effects on Earth's ecosystems.

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A class of "strange" meteorite that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs is identified

Scientists have identified a rare type of meteorite believed to be responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs. This discovery adds new insights into the catastrophic event that led to the mass extinction approximately 66 million years ago. Researchers suggest this particular meteorite had unique characteristics that may explain the widespread environmental changes that followed its impact. The findings contribute to ongoing scientific debates about the exact nature of the event and its effects on Earth's ecosystems.

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