The Oldest Plant-Like Fossils Ever

The video discusses the challenges of identifying ancient fossils, focusing on a recent discovery of 1.6-billion-year-old red algae fossils in India. This finding suggests complex multicellular life existed earlier than previously thought, potentially altering the timeline of early life on Earth. The video also explores tardigrades, tiny extremophiles with unique proteins that protect them from desiccation, offering insights into potential applications for drought-resistant crops and medicine preservation.

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