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Before the First Cell: New Clues About Genes That Existed Before Life Began

Before the First Cell: New Clues About Genes That Existed Before Life Began

  • Publish date: Monday، 23 March 2026 Reading time: 1 min read
Before the First Cell: New Clues About Genes That Existed Before Life Began

Scientists have long agreed that all life on Earth traces back to a single common ancestor. However, new research suggests that some genetic elements may have existed even before this earliest life form. These findings are reshaping how experts understand the origin of life and the transition from chemistry to biology. While still under investigation, these early genes could explain how life gained the ability to replicate, adapt, and evolve over time.
 

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