Unearthing Microfossils from the Silurian Period in Southern Xinjiang
A team of researchers from Northwest University in Xi’an and the China University of Geosciences (Beijing) have discovered microfossils from the Silurian period in southern Xinjiang, China, which could shed new light on the evolution of life on Earth. The microfossils are thought to be amongst the earliest known evidence of life on our planet. The research, published in Scientific Reports, suggests that the microfossils are approximately 439 million years old and are comprised of a layer of tubular and spherical structures, which are believed to be the remains of ancient microorganisms. This discovery could provide new insights into the early history of life on Earth and how certain species evolved over time.
source: Phys.org