Cosmic Perspective Fundamentals
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Rise of the Mammals. Suppose the impact 65 million years ago had not occurred. How do you think our planet would be different? For example, do you think that mammals still would eventually have come to dominate Earth? Would we be here? Defend your opinions.
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