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A Quebec amateur astronomer discovered a 390-million-year-old meteorite impact crater
Published 1 month, 3 weeks ago
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Imagine scrolling through Google Maps while planning a camping trip, and accidentally discovering a 390-million-year-old meteorite crater. That's exactly what happened to a Quebec amateur astronomer, and after a scientific expedition confirmed his hunch, Canada now has a brand-new officially recognized impact crater. One of the scientists who helped confirm the discovery, Dr. Gordon Osinski from Western University, spoke to Ken Connors.
Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Handout - Gordon Osinski