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Glossopteris browniana
Fossil from Nagpur, India. Tongue-shaped leaves of the extinct Glossopteris are characteristic of the Permian and Triassic rocks of Gondwana. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Fossil Fossilised Mesozoic Muscle Paleozoic Permian Phanerozoic Prehistoric Pteridosperm Pteridospermatophyta Seed Fern Shape Specimen Tongue Triassic Arberiales Glossopteridaceae Glossopteris Gondwana
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1. Title: A Tongue of the Past: The Fossilized Leaf of Glossopteris Browniana from the Gondwana Rocks of Nagpur, India 2.. In this evocative studio shot, the tongue-shaped leaf of the extinct Glossopteris Browniana takes center stage, a relic from the distant past preserved in the hallowed halls of the Natural History Museum in London. Hailing from the Permian and Triassic rocks of Nagpur, India, this fossilized specimen offers a glimpse into the ancient world of Gondwana, a supercontinent that once connected the southern hemisphere's landmasses. The anatomy of Glossopteris Browniana, a member of the Pteridospermophyta division and the Arberiales order, is characterized by its muscle-like, tongue-shaped leaves. These leaves, reminiscent of a human tongue, were adapted to absorb water and nutrients from the soil. Glossopteris Browniana is also classified as a seed fern, although it is not a true fern. The Paleozoic and Mesozoic eras, during which Glossopteris Browniana thrived, were marked by significant geological and biological changes. The fossil record of this plant provides valuable insights into the evolution of terrestrial vegetation and the emergence of diverse plant life during the Phanerozoic Convergence. As a testament to the rich history of plant life on our planet, this fossilized leaf serves as a poignant reminder of the intricate relationships between geology, ecology, and time. The delicate, yet resilient, imprint of Glossopteris Browniana continues to captivate the imagination and fuel scientific inquiry, inviting us to delve deeper into the mysteries of the natural world.
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