Fossil Chromosomes: The Time Capsule of DNA

This chapter unveils the groundbreaking discovery of fossil chromosomes within a 52,000-year-old mammoth, significantly advancing paleogenomics. It discusses the preservation of DNA through a process called chromoglass, drawing parallels to beef jerky, while exploring the findings of a research team examining ancient specimens. The chapter further delves into the implications of these discoveries for understanding mammoths and offers fascinating insights into the longevity and potential extraterrestrial presence of preserved ancient DNA.