Did the Great Dying trigger a global age of mutant plants?
In short: The Great Dying, a massive extinction event 252 million years ago, left behind evidence of strange plant mutations. This video investigates whether a collapse of the ozone layer was responsible and explores what this ancient catastrophe can teach us about our own environmental future.
The Great Dying refers to a catastrophic extinction event that occurred 252 million years ago. Researchers have identified evidence of mutant plants dating to this period, prompting questions about the environmental stressors that caused such biological anomalies.
The investigation focuses on whether the ozone layer collapsed during this era, potentially exposing life to harmful radiation. By examining the causes of this ancient crisis, scientists hope to better understand modern environmental risks and avoid triggering similar ecological collapses.
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