Using dental growth rings scientists reveal differences in growth patterns between ancient and modern mammals

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Aug 7, 2024, 2:00 pm1.1k ptsTrendingInterestingTop
A study published in Science Advances reveals how early mammals grew and developed during their pivotal Jurassic radiation. Using a technique called synchrotron X-ray tomography to image growth rings in fossilized tooth roots, the researchers were able to estimate lifespans, growth rates, and even the timing of…

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