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Evidence of ancient microbial life

About 3.5 billion years ago

Stromatolites in Western Australia preserve evidence associated with ancient microbial communities. They show life already existed around this time; they do not identify the exact moment life began. Geological context is essential when interpreting this evidence.

Stromatolites in Western Australia preserve evidence associated with ancient microbial communities. They show life already existed around this time; they do not identify the exact moment life began. Geological context is essential when interpreting this evidence.
Part of the First Life era
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DateAbout 3.5 billion years ago
ScaleLife
Importance10/10
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