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‘Dark Oxygen’ Is Coming from These Ocean Nodules, and We Don’t Know How

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Exploring the Origins of Atmospheric Oxygen

This chapter explores the traditional view of oxygen production in our atmosphere through cyanobacteria photosynthesis and examines alternative theories involving non-biological processes. It emphasizes the need for open-mindedness in scientific inquiry, particularly regarding the enigmatic formation of oceanic nodules.

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