biodiversification
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Spang further points out: "Insights into the role of both ancient and extant microbes in nutrient cycling can help to better understand and predict future biodiversification in a changing environment, including climate warming."
From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2023
The newfound fossils also offer an unparalleled glimpse into a dynamic chapter of evolution called the great Ordovician biodiversification event.
From Scientific American • May 10, 2023
He wants to see global evidence for extraterrestrial dust, alongside signals for cooling and biodiversification.
From Science Magazine • Sep. 18, 2019
In addition, the creature dates back to the Ordovician period, a time of intense biodiversification that followed the Cambrian, meaning these animals existed for 30 million years longer than previously realized.
From US News • May 27, 2011
It was followed by the "great Ordovician biodiversification event" when the number of marine animal groups increased exponentially over a period of 25 million years.
From BBC • May 13, 2010
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