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Ancient Impact Crater, 390 Million Years Old, Identified in Quebec
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Ancient Impact Crater, 390 Million Years Old, Identified in Quebec

A chance glance at satellite maps for a camping trip has yielded a 390-million-year-old secret. An amateur astronomer's discovery in Quebec led scientists to confirm a 25-kilometer-wide impact crater, evidenced by shatter cones. It is a striking reminder that Earth's history is written in plain sight. For those tracking planetary forces, this find complements our coverage of Cascadia's Subduction Zone Reveals a Fragmented Tectonic Process, adding another layer to our understanding of the planet's dynamic, violent past.