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"Scientists Reject Proposal to Mark New Chapter in Earth's History"

Scientists have rejected a proposal to declare a new geological epoch called the Anthropocene, which would reflect the significant impact of human activity on the planet. The proposal was voted down by the Subcommission on Quaternary Stratigraphy, part of the International Union of Geological Sciences, with 66% against it. Despite the rejection, proponents of the Anthropocene plan to continue advocating for its formal recognition, while acknowledging that the term is already widely used outside of the field of geology.

via CNN|

#anthropocene #earths-history #geologic-time-scale

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"Uncovering Ancient Tsunami Evidence in Canadian Prairie Provinces"

Researchers from the University of Saskatchewan have discovered evidence of an ancient tsunami that swept across the Canadian Prairie Provinces and parts of the northern United States 445 million years ago. The evidence was found in sedimentary deposits in the Williston Basin, indicating a high-energy event that had gone unnoticed until now. The findings provide insight into the geological processes and ancient ecosystems of the region, suggesting that tsunamis may have played a larger role in Earth's history than previously believed.

via Phys.org|

#canadian-prairie-provinces #geological-sciences #science