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Dinosaur-killing asteroid finally identified through nickel isotopes

Researchers have identified the family of the asteroid responsible for the dinosaurs' extinction.

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Their method relies on analyzing nickel isotopes in sediments from the Chicxulub crater.

This discovery could refine the understanding of future impact risks.

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Cette découverte remet en question les hypothèses établies sur l’origine de l’astéroïde et ouvre de nouvelles pistes pour évaluer les menaces cosmiques actuelles.

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