Scientists identify the rare meteorite that killed the dinosaurs 66 million years ago

Recent research has identified the asteroid that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs 66 million years ago as a rare CO chondrite, which may have released planet-cooling dust and debris upon impact. Understanding the origins and characteristics of this asteroid could enhance knowledge about similar space threats.

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