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Oklahoma Meteor Crater is Younger Than Thought!

From ScienceDaily ยท October 4, 2026
Oklahoma Meteor Crater is Younger Than Thought!

Scientists have discovered that a meteor crater in Oklahoma is nearly 100 million years younger than they previously believed. This crater, formed about 370 million years ago, is important because it helps us understand Earth's history and the events that have shaped our planet. The impact coincided with a major mass extinction that affected marine life, making this discovery significant for scientists studying Earth's past.

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