Meet the world's #oldest living organism: a microbe that's billions of years old! #shorts #subscribe
Channel: Ninja Fun Fact
Date: 2023-11-12

Scientists have discovered a species of bacteria, known as cyanobacteria, that is believed to be the oldest living organism on Earth. These microbes have been found in rock formations up to 3.5 billion years old and are thought to have played a crucial role in the development of Earth's atmosphere. Cyanobacteria are photosynthetic, meaning they can generate energy from sunlight, and produce large amounts of oxygen as a byproduct. This oxygen buildup is what led to the formation of Earth's ozone layer and paved the way for more complex forms of life to evolve.
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