الصينيون يؤرخون «بيضة ديناصور».. عمرها 85 مليون سنة

A scientific team has successfully determined the age of an ancient dinosaur egg with unprecedented accuracy, using a new dating technique based on uranium and lead, proving that it dates back to 85 million years.

Advanced Technique

The method relies on analyzing the decay of uranium into lead within the eggshells, using a precise laser, which provides accurate timing without the need to rely on surrounding geological layers.

Discovery Site

The eggs were found at the Chinglongshan site in the Yuniang Basin in central China, dating back to the Maastrichtian period of the late Cretaceous, which opens a window for understanding ancient climates and evolutionary challenges.

Importance of the Study

The study published in the journal Frontiers in Earth Science offers new insights into prehistoric ecosystems and may help establish a global timeline for dinosaur eggs.

Future Prospects

Lead researcher Dr. Bi Chaoan confirmed that this approach could radically change our understanding of dinosaur evolution and the factors leading to their extinction over time.