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Asteroid Impact

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    Earth Has Experienced Five Major Mass Extinction Events

    Throughout its history, Earth has undergone periods where a significant portion of its species disappeared rapidly. These events were caused by factors like asteroid impacts, massive volcanic activity, and abrupt climate shifts.

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    Diamonds Have Been Discovered In Meteorites.

    Microscopic diamonds, known as nanodiamonds, are found in some meteorites, suggesting they can form in outer space, perhaps during asteroid impacts or within ancient stars. These cosmic diamonds offer clues about the early universe.