Orbital Wobble Linked to Ancient Earth Climate Fluctuations

Published: 2026-05-28
Category: science
Source: ScienceDaily
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An international study proposes that minor variations in Earth's orbital wobble may have driven rapid climate changes during the Late Cretaceous period. Analysis of ancient sediments revealed recurring climate cycles, shifting between humid and arid conditions over thousands of years. This suggests Earth's climate system can reorganize more quickly than previously believed, even in a greenhouse state.

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