The First Hint of the Role of Asteroids in Extinction

question 117

Multiple Choice

The first hint of the role of asteroids in extinction of the dinosaurs came from:

• A)finding the huge crater in the Yucatan.
• B)finding dinosaur fossils with meteorites imbedded in them.
• C)finding a layer of worldwide iridium enriched dust.
• D)finding that dinosaurs were warm-blooded and smart.
• E)finding that no volcanic eruptions were linked to their disappearance.

---

Definitions:

Emotional Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual refuses to acknowledge their emotions or the reality of a situation.

Prognosis

The likely course or outcome of a disease or ailment, often considering the patient’s condition and treatment options.

End-stage Death

End-stage death refers to the final phase of a terminal illness where death is imminent and treatments no longer provide curative effects, focusing on palliative care.

Wet Lips

A condition in which the lips retain moisture, often considered a sign of adequate hydration but can also result from saliva, balms, or other external factors.