You observe samples from two coal balls collected in different places. Sample 1 contains roots and stems of tree-size lycophytes and horsetails. Sample 2 contains evidence of sphagnummoss leaves, yellow cedar needles, and alder pollen. From what time period do
You observe samples from two coal balls collected in different places. Sample 1 contains roots and stems of tree-size lycophytes and horsetails. Sample 2 contains evidence of sphagnummoss “leaves,” yellow cedar needles, and alder pollen. From what time period do you think each sample originated? Explain your answer.
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Campbell Biology
ISBN: 978-0321775658
10th edition
Authors: Jane B. Reece, Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Robert B. Jackson
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5
Section: Exercise Questions
Problem: 14
Posted Date: April 20, 2018 07:47:18
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