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Oxygen
SpaceThe rise of oxygen on Earth linked to planetary rotation
Earth’s longer days boosted oxygen production by ancient microbes, shaping atmospheric changes and supporting the evolution of life.
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Earth’s longer days boosted oxygen production by ancient microbes, shaping atmospheric changes and supporting the evolution of life.
Joseph Shavit