The Last Days of the Dinosaurs
An Asteroid, Extinction, and the Beginning of Our World
by:
Riley Black
in:
Earth Sciences
Summary:
The book explores the catastrophic aftermath of the asteroid impact that led to the extinction of the dinosaurs, detailing the immediate and long-term ecological changes. It also examines the rise of mammals and the early stages of the world that would eventually be inherited by humans.
Key points:
1. Asteroid Impact: The book discusses the asteroid strike 66 million years ago that caused the K-Pg extinction, killing 75% of species, including dinosaurs.
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