Curiosity corner for kids: How old is the Earth?
Our planet Earth is a staggering 4.54 billion years old, a fact revealed through scientific study of rocks and meteorites. Initially a fiery, volcanic world, Earth gradually cooled, forming oceans and eventually supporting life, including dinosaurs millions of years ago. Humans, however, have only been around for a tiny fraction of this vast history.
Our planet Earth is a staggering 4.54 billion years old, a fact revealed through scientific study of rocks and meteorites. Initially a fiery, volcanic world, Earth gradually cooled, forming oceans and eventually supporting life, including dinosaurs millions of years ago. Humans, however, have only been around for a tiny fraction of this vast history.
