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(Created page with "== Introduction == The evolution of flowers, also known as angiosperms, is a significant event in the history of plant life on Earth. This process has led to the vast diversity of flowering plants that we see today, which play a crucial role in ecosystems and human agriculture. This article delves into the intricate details of the evolutionary history, mechanisms, and significance of flowers. == Origin of Flowers == The origin of flowers dates back to the early Cretaceo...") |
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Fossil records are crucial in understanding the evolution of flowers. The discovery of [[Archaefructus|Archaefructus]] and other early angiosperms in the Yixian Formation of China has provided significant insights. These fossils show a combination of primitive and derived traits, indicating a transitional phase in flower evolution. | Fossil records are crucial in understanding the evolution of flowers. The discovery of [[Archaefructus|Archaefructus]] and other early angiosperms in the Yixian Formation of China has provided significant insights. These fossils show a combination of primitive and derived traits, indicating a transitional phase in flower evolution. | ||
[[Image:Detail-92591.jpg|thumb|center|Fossil of Archaefructus liaoningensis showing early flower structure.]] | |||
== Evolutionary Mechanisms == | == Evolutionary Mechanisms == | ||