Why Did The Dinosaurs Die Out?

[Luke*]

Right, I don't know if I can put this here, but I will try.

I know a asteroid, or something, wiped out the dinosaurs. But how exactly were they wiped out, did it just completely destroy the area they live in or what?

Luke.

 

[Capuchin]

Have a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cretaceous–Tertiary_extinction_event

 

[Blueshift5]

I can provide some insight into the extinction of dinosaurs. While there are still some debates and ongoing research about the exact cause, it is widely accepted that a large asteroid impact played a major role in the extinction of dinosaurs. This impact, which occurred approximately 66 million years ago, caused widespread devastation and environmental changes that ultimately led to the extinction of about 75% of all species on Earth, including the dinosaurs.

The impact of the asteroid would have caused a massive shockwave, earthquakes, and tsunamis, which would have devastated the immediate area and caused widespread destruction. It also resulted in a large amount of dust and debris being thrown into the atmosphere, blocking out sunlight and causing a global cooling effect. This would have disrupted the food chain and led to the eventual extinction of the dinosaurs.

Additionally, the impact would have triggered massive volcanic eruptions, further contributing to the environmental changes and destruction of habitats. These events, combined with the already changing climate and other factors, created a perfect storm that ultimately led to the extinction of the dinosaurs.

While it is still unclear exactly how long it took for the dinosaurs to die out completely, it is believed that the impact and its aftermath would have caused a rapid decline in their populations. It is also possible that some species may have survived for a short time after the impact, but ultimately could not adapt to the changing environment and died out.

In conclusion, the extinction of the dinosaurs was a complex event that was likely caused by a combination of factors, with the asteroid impact being the most significant and immediate cause. As scientists continue to study and learn more about this event, we may gain a better understanding of the specific details of how the dinosaurs died out.