Shocked Quartz Discovery Strengthens Comet Explosion Theory Behind Ancient Mass Extinction A remarkable new study sheds light on one of Earth's most mysterious ancient extinction events. Researchers from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) have unveiled compelling new evidence supporting the theory that a fragmented comet exploded above Earth nearly 13,000 years ago , playing a major role in the extinction of mammoths , mastodons and most large animals, as well as wiping out the Clovis culture from North America's archaeological record. For in-depth coverage of cutting-edge science breakthroughs, visit our ongoing reports on FSNews365 , where technology and discoveries shape our understanding of the natural world. The Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis Gains New Momentum Published in PLOS ONE , the study led by Emeritus Professor James Kennett of UCSB reveals the discovery of shocked quartz grains - sand grains permanently deformed by intense pressure and temper...
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