fossil record

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"And fundamentally, we have nuanced our understanding of evolution by drawing a line between the fossil record, ecology, and biogeography."

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Although scientists still debate what ultimately caused LOME, the fossil record clearly shows a sharp dividing line before and after the event.

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"While we don't know the ultimate causes of LOME, we do know that there was a clear before and after the event. The fossil record shows it," says Prof. Sallan.

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The scientists think this cooler material represents a "fossil record" of earlier jet activity.

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"They include Paleryx, the first named constrictor snake in the fossil record."

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