Eons: When Dinosaurs Chilled in the Arctic

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All told, the Arctic in the Cretaceous Period was a rough place to live, especially in winter. And yet, the fossils of many kinds of dinosaurs have been discovered there. So how were they able to survive in this harsh environment? Part of the "Eons" series.

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Topic: Geography, Science
Subtopic: Earth Sciences, Polar Regions, Prehistoric Life
Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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Release Year: 2020
Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
Series: Eons

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