TED: Hunting for dinosaurs showed me our place in the universe | Kenneth Lacovara

The video explores the process of finding fossils, focusing on the importance of geological mapping and the challenges faced in interpreting Earth's history. It highlights the discovery of the dinosaur Dreadnoughtus and discusses the impact of geological time on evolution. The video concludes with lessons from past extinctions and the current environmental crisis.

What are the three key factors to consider when searching for fossils?

What challenges do paleontologists face when studying the rock record?

Discuss the importance of understanding deep time in geology.

Explain the significance of geological maps in fossil hunting.

What does the name 'Dreadnoughtus' mean and why was it chosen?

Describe the process that occurs after a dinosaur carcass is buried.

How did the extinction of the dinosaurs impact the evolution of mammals?

How does the geological record provide perspective on our current environmental challenges?

What role does environmental change play in the fossil record?

What are the implications of the sixth extinction for current species?