Publication Date:
2017-10-02
Description:
The re-examination by SEM of 3.4 Ga fossiliferous carbonaceous cherts reveals fungal contaminants in addition to indigenous microfossils. Weathered volcanic flows associated with fossiliferous chert layers offer a promising area for further study of early life on Earth.
Keywords:
Lunar and Planetary Science and Exploration
Type:
Lunar and Planetary Science XXXI; LPI-Contrib-1000
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