Approximately 66 million years ago, a catastrophic event forever altered the course of Earth's history. An asteroid, estimated to be 10 kilometers wide, slammed into the Gulf of Mexico at Chicxulub, unleashing an unimaginable force that ripped through the planet. The impact sent debris and dust soaring into the atmosphere, blocking out the sun and plunging the Earth into darkness and cold. The resulting global wildfires, acid rain, and tsunamis caused widespread devastation, wiping out an estimated 75% of all plant and animal species. Among the casualties were the mighty dinosaurs, who had reigned supreme for over 180 million years. The impact forever changed the trajectory of life on Earth, paving the way for the rise of mammals and ultimately, the evolution of humans.
