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What type of catastrophic event, which left a slight crater in the Yucatan Peninsula and iridium rich soil nearby, is thought to have possibly caused the extinction of the dinosaurs?

A)a tsunami 


B)a volcano
C)a meteorite
D)an earthquake
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D. A Meteorite

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Answer:

Option C, A meteorite

Step-by-step explanation:

It is believed that a celestial object has hit the earth some 60 million years ago which has caused the extinction of dinosaurs. This celestial object is believed to be either an asteroid or a meteorite. As per the latest research by scientist it is believed that the dinosaurs were killed by the great tsunami caused by the collision of asteroid with planet earth.

Hence, option C is correct

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