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Computer image of the death of the dinosaurs
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Computer image of the death of the dinosaurs
Dinosaur extinction. Computer enhanced image depicting the extinction of the dinosaurs. A Gasosaurus constructus dinosaur skeleton is seen with a falling comet or meteorite. Dinosaurs became extinct about 65 million years ago at the end of the Cretaceous period. Their disappearance has been partly blamed on a comet or meteorite striking Earth. This event is known as the " K/T impact" because debris from it forms a boundary in sediments between the Cretaceous (K) and Tertiary (T) geological periods. The K/T impact would have thrown large amounts of debris into the atmosphere, blocking the warmth of the Sun and altering the global climate
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This print showcases a computer-enhanced image depicting the catastrophic event that led to the extinction of dinosaurs. In this artwork, we witness a Gasosaurus constructus dinosaur skeleton standing tall amidst a backdrop of chaos and destruction. A massive comet or meteorite hurtles towards Earth, symbolizing the cataclysmic impact that forever altered our planet's history. Approximately 65 million years ago, at the end of the Cretaceous period, dinosaurs vanished from existence. Scientists have long speculated about their demise, with one prevailing theory pointing to an extraterrestrial collision as the culprit. This event is commonly referred to as the "K/T impact" named after its distinctive boundary in sediments between the Cretaceous (K) and Tertiary (T) geological periods. The K/T impact unleashed unimaginable devastation upon Earth. The colossal collision ejected copious amounts of debris into our atmosphere, obscuring sunlight and triggering drastic climate changes worldwide. As a result, these magnificent creatures were unable to adapt to such harsh conditions and ultimately perished. This awe-inspiring artwork not only serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with paleontology but also reminds us of nature's immense power and unpredictability. It invites us to reflect on how fragile life can be while marveling at the resilience displayed by those who came after - paving the way for new forms of life on our ever-evolving planet.
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