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The day the dinosaurs died

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Unearthing Earth's Timeline

This chapter follows a paleontologist's journey from initial skepticism to recognition of a significant fossil site in New Jersey. It highlights the site's transformation into a key research location that sheds light on the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million years ago, emphasizing discoveries of ancient ecosystems and their connection to an asteroid impact. The narrative includes the collaboration with local entities to preserve this historical treasure, allowing public access to the rich layers of sediment revealing earth's profound past.

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