The Cretaceous-Palaeogene Mass Extinction: What Do We Really Know?

The Cretaceous-Palaeogene Mass Extinction: What Do We Really Know?

Explore the Cretaceous-Palaeogene mass extinction event in this 45-minute Royal Tyrrell Museum Speaker Series talk. Delve into the latest scientific understanding of this pivotal moment in Earth's history, examining extinction patterns in both marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Investigate the fate of dinosaurs and other species, analyzing theories about their decline. Examine potential causes of the extinction, including sea level changes, volcanic activity, and the Chicxulub meteorite impact. Learn about the formation of the Chicxulub crater and its implications. Gain insights into the factors that contribute to mass extinctions and how life persevered in the aftermath of this cataclysmic event.