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A University of Bristol-led Nature study argues that the ancient archaeal lineage behind all plants, animals and fungi began developing before Earth had much oxygen.

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Christopher J. Kay
What
A University of Bristol-led Nature study argues that the ancient archaeal lineage behind all plants, animals and fungi began developing before Earth had much oxygen.
When
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:31:32 GMT · 12h 0m ago
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Earth ·
Why
The study challenges the traditional view that complex life's development was solely dependent on a significant rise in atmospheric oxygen.
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This finding revises the timeline and understanding of early life development on Earth, suggesting complex life's origins are less tied to oxygen availability than previously believed.

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