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Study Narrows Timing of ‘RNA World’ Before LUCA’s Emergence

Study Narrows Timing of ‘RNA World’ Before LUCA’s Emergence

Scientists have identified a “sweet spot” for the emergence of life predating LUCA, pointing to the onset of an early “RNA World.” The findings narrow when RNA could have been the primary self-replicating molecule on Earth.

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Scientists identify 'sweet spot' for early stage of life on Earth that preceded LUCA, the ancestor of all living things