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Earth’s Potential Ring System and Climate Impact 499 Million Years Ago

If Earth had a ring system 446 million years ago, it could provide an explanation for the impact craters found in the geological record. Additionally, it might shed light on an unusual climate event during that time.Image Credit: ANDREI SALAUYOU/max dallocco/Shutterstock.com, modified by IFLScienceNew research suggests that a ring formed around the Earth about...