9min chapter

Science Magazine Podcast cover image

The origins of the dino-killing asteroid, and remapping the scientific enterprise

Science Magazine Podcast

CHAPTER

Chicxulub and the Asteroid Legacy

This chapter investigates the Chicxulub impactor, linked to a major extinction event 66 million years ago, focusing on its unique geologic signatures and comparison with other impacts. The discussion includes the significance of ruthenium isotopes in tracing asteroid origins and the potential for harvesting valuable materials from asteroids. Additionally, it highlights the implications of these findings on our understanding of the history between Earth and the Moon.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode