Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
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The Origin of the Chicken and the Egg
This chapter delves into the age-old question of whether the chicken or the egg came first. It explores the influence of a visual aid and reveals the answer attributed to Professor Mike Benton, highlighting the absence of hard-shelled eggs in the fossil record. The chapter also discusses a study on ancient reptiles and their reliance on water, suggesting that live births may have been their main advantage.
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