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Dinosaurs evolved from more primitive reptiles, very much like lizards. The evolutionary step that made them so successful was putting their legs directly underneath their bodies so they could stand upright with the stability of bones rather that with the strength of muscles. This allowed them to put on more weight than would have been possible for a land-dwelling animal with limbs at its sides, as with the lizards and frogs.
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Did apes evolve from dinosaurs?
No, apes did not evolve from dinosaurs. Apes belong to a different evolutionary line known as the hominids, which diverged from the lineage of dinosaurs millions of years ago. Dinosaurs became extinct around 65 million years ago, while apes evolved later, branching off from a shared ancestor with monkeys around 25 million years ago.
Is it possible the asteroid that destroyed the dinosaurs has any connection with the existence of humans?
It is possible that the asteroid impact that led to the extinction of the dinosaurs created conditions that allowed mammals, including early human ancestors, to thrive and evolve. The elimination of dominant dinosaur species may have opened up ecological niches that mammals were then able to occupy and evolve into various forms, eventually leading to the emergence of humans.
What was the positive result of the dinosaur extinction?
The extinction of dinosaurs allowed mammals to diversify and evolve, eventually leading to the rise of mammals as the dominant terrestrial animals. This extinction event also paved the way for the evolution of new species and ecosystems to emerge.
What will probably be without the dinosaurs extinct?
If the dinosaurs had not gone extinct, it is likely that many species that evolved after their extinction would not exist today, as they would have to compete with dinosaurs for resources. The extinction of dinosaurs opened up ecological niches that allowed for the evolution of new species which may not have been possible if the dinosaurs were still around.
Is the dinosaurs ALL wiped out when the large meteorite hit the earth?
No, not all dinosaurs were wiped out by the large meteorite impact that occurred about 66 million years ago. Some small dinosaurs, birds, and other species managed to survive and evolve into the diverse range of species we see today.
