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How did ferns survive the dinosaur extinction?

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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Ferns: Survivors of the Dinosaur Extinction

This chapter explores the remarkable ability of ferns to survive the dinosaur extinction event. It discusses their unique traits such as spore reproduction and underground stems, which allowed them to flourish after the catastrophic event. Scientists are still studying ferns to understand their survival mechanisms and how other plants can adapt to changing climates.

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