Miracle Planet HD - Part V: Survival of the Fittest

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Our planet formed from universe fragments, leading to the birth of life that survived with its support. Climate change and global warming transformed the environment, influencing primate evolution and the development of sharp vision, social bonding, and ultimately humanity on Earth.

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  • Fragments from the universe formed our planet, fostering life that survived with Earth's support, showcasing the interconnectedness of cosmic events and life's evolution.
  • Primate evolution, influenced by climate shifts and forest changes, led to crucial adaptations like forward-facing eyes for sharp vision, color vision for food finding, and social bonding through facial recognition, highlighting the intricate journey towards humanity on Earth.

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Recent questions

  • How did the planet Earth form?

    Fragments from the universe led to Earth's formation.

  • What caused the extinction of dinosaurs?

    Dinosaurs went extinct 55 million years ago.

  • How did global warming impact the planet?

    Global warming caused by methane hydrate release transformed the planet.

  • What environmental changes led to primate evolution?

    Growth of broad-leafed flowering trees created an ideal environment for primate evolution.

  • How did primate eyesight evolve?

    Evolution of good eyesight in primates facilitated survival and social bonding.

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"Evolution of Primates: From Vision to Humanity"

  • Our planet was formed from universe fragments, leading to the birth of life that expanded and survived with the planet's support.
  • Dinosaurs went extinct 55 million years ago, leaving mammals to thrive on a Restless Earth.
  • Scientists discovered 800 holes on the sea floor off Greenland, dated to 55 million years ago, containing methane hydrate that, when released, caused global warming.
  • Global warming transformed the planet, leading to the growth of broad-leafed flowering trees like the katsura tree, creating an ideal environment for primate evolution.
  • Primate evolution was influenced by the growth of broadleaf forests, with new primate species like shonas evolving with forward-facing eyes for better eyesight.
  • Climate change from the south caused Antarctica to freeze, leading to the retreat of broadleaf forests and the disappearance of primates.
  • The evolution of primate eyesight, particularly the postorbital septum, was crucial for sharp vision and survival in tree-dwelling primates.
  • The ability to see in three colors developed in advanced primates, aiding in finding food as forests receded and fruits became scarce.
  • The evolution of good eyesight in primates, along with the ability to recognize facial expressions, facilitated social bonding and the journey towards becoming human on Earth.
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