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Worldview

Worldview is your outward lens on the world. Identity is how you see yourself within that world.

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Worldview.

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Worldview FAQ.

When did the first flowers evolve?.

The First Angiosperms: The first flowers evolved around 130 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period. These early blooms were likely small, simple, and dull-colored, with modified leaves called tepals instead of petals. They didn’t need to attract pollinators, relying on wind for pollen dispersal. Imagine a field of green, brown, and beige hues, with tiny, inconspicuous flowers that blended in with their surroundings. These humble beginnings paved the way for the stunning diversity of flowers we see today, from vibrant roses to delicate orchids. Despite their simplicity, these ancient flowers marked a crucial milestone in the evolution of life on Earth, allowing plants to reproduce more efficiently and setting the stage for the breathtaking beauty and complexity of modern flora.

Recent molecular analyses suggest that the origins of flowering plants might extend even further back, possibly between 149 and 256 million years ago. For a visual look at evolution, take the deep dive and visit our TST Evolution Timeline.

That Worldview FAQ,

was first published on TST 2 years ago.

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Worldview Story.

Olmec Hieroglyphs: Mexico.

900 BCE

From before 900 BCE to 400 BCE.

Earliest known writing in the Americas zone.

The Olmec civilization flourished in what is now the southeastern part of Mexico from around 1500 BC to about 400 BC. The Olmecs are often referred to as the “Mother Culture” of Mesoamerica, influencing later civilizations like the Maya and the Aztecs.

The Cascajal Block artifact, dated to around 900 BCE, bears 62 symbols carved into it that some researchers believe represent the earliest form of writing in the New World.

That Worldview Story,

was first published on TST 2 years ago.

3.

Worldview Story.

Chemical Evolution of Organic Molecules.

4.1 Billion Years Ago

Spedulative guess: 4 to 4.4 Billion Years Ago

While the 4.4 billion years ago is a guess as to when these processes might have started, the 4.1 billion years ago guess is a better representatoin of current understanding on when the needed building blocks of life evolved.

Before the appearance of self-replicating molecules, there was a crucial phase of chemical evolution where simple organic molecules formed from inorganic precursors. This process, possibly facilitated by conditions on early Earth or through extraterrestrial contributions (like meteorites), led to the accumulation of organic compounds, such as amino acids and nucleotides, setting the stage for the complexity of life.

Domain: none (clearly pre-life)

That Worldview Story,

was first published on TST 2 years ago.

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