Hunting for Dinosaurs Showed Me Our Place in the Universe
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a captivating 16-minute TED talk journey with paleontologist Kenneth Lacovara as he recounts the discovery of Dreadnoughtus, a colossal 77-million-year-old sauropod dinosaur. Explore the awe-inspiring dimensions of this ancient creature, standing as tall as a house and weighing as much as a jumbo jet. Delve into the improbable evolution of tiny mammals, once living in the shadows of dinosaurs, into sentient beings capable of understanding these magnificent prehistoric giants. Contemplate humanity's place in the vast expanse of geological time and gain a fresh perspective on our role in the universe. This thought-provoking presentation celebrates Earth's rich geological history and invites viewers to marvel at the wonders of paleontological discovery.
Syllabus
Hunting for dinosaurs showed me our place in the universe | Kenneth Lacovara
Taught by
TED
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