University of Cologne: Extreme Aridity in the Hyperarid Core of the Atacama Desert Began Around 45 Million Years Ago
June 05, 2026
June 05, 2026
KOLN, Germany, June 5 (TNSjou) -- The University of Cologne issued the following news release:
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Extreme Aridity in the Hyperarid Core of the Atacama Desert Began Around 45 Million Years Ago
A new study provides evidence that extreme aridity in the hyperarid core of the Atacama Desert began approximately 45 million years ago, thus significantly earlier than previously assumed. The findings refine current models of desert formation and offer new perspect . . .
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Extreme Aridity in the Hyperarid Core of the Atacama Desert Began Around 45 Million Years Ago
A new study provides evidence that extreme aridity in the hyperarid core of the Atacama Desert began approximately 45 million years ago, thus significantly earlier than previously assumed. The findings refine current models of desert formation and offer new perspect . . .