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Listen Again: Breathe

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Unlocking Dinosaurs' Respiratory Secrets

This chapter explores the role of dinosaur lung anatomy in their evolutionary success, with a focus on comparisons to modern birds and alligators. It details the innovative paleontological methods used to study lungs, revealing how these adaptations allowed dinosaurs to thrive in the Triassic period's low-oxygen atmosphere. Additionally, mindfulness techniques linked to breath are introduced to offer listeners a grounding practice amidst discussions of evolutionary change.

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