Mass Extinctions: One Theory Of Why The Dinosaurs Vanished
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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A compelling work of popular science written for young readers, Mass Extinctions: One Theory of Why the Dinosaurs Vanished presents the bold and controversial hypothesis that a catastrophic asteroid impact triggered the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs approximately 65 million years ago. Christopher Lampton chronicles the scientific detective work behind the Alvarez impact theory, detailing how a thin layer of iridium found worldwide in the geological record became the key piece of evidence pointing to a cataclysmic collision between Earth and a massive extraterrestrial object. Written in an accessible and engaging tone, the narrative illustrates how scientific theories are formed, debated, and tested, making complex paleontological and geological concepts approachable for curious young minds. The result is an authoritative yet captivating introduction to one of the greatest mysteries in the history of life on Earth.
Author: Christopher Lampton
Format: Hardback
Published: 1986, Franklin Watts
Genre: Natural history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A compelling work of popular science written for young readers, Mass Extinctions: One Theory of Why the Dinosaurs Vanished presents the bold and controversial hypothesis that a catastrophic asteroid impact triggered the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs approximately 65 million years ago. Christopher Lampton chronicles the scientific detective work behind the Alvarez impact theory, detailing how a thin layer of iridium found worldwide in the geological record became the key piece of evidence pointing to a cataclysmic collision between Earth and a massive extraterrestrial object. Written in an accessible and engaging tone, the narrative illustrates how scientific theories are formed, debated, and tested, making complex paleontological and geological concepts approachable for curious young minds. The result is an authoritative yet captivating introduction to one of the greatest mysteries in the history of life on Earth.