Before Dinosaurs, Before Trees, There Was... Slime
Long before any creature walked, swam, or flew, Earth was home to nothing but tiny single cells. These microscopic pioneers ruled the planet for billions of years and quietly transformed it forever.
What you'll learn
- How and when the first living cells appeared on Earth
- What stromatolites are and why they matter so much
- How early microbes changed Earth's atmosphere and oceans
Why it's fun
You'll discover that the most powerful revolution in history was caused by creatures too small to see — and that some of them are still around today!
What to expect
What to expect
Twenty questions ranging from gentle warm-ups to a few brain-teasers about deep time, ancient bacteria, and the chemistry that made life possible. Take your time and enjoy the ride.
A few you'll face
- What kind of organisms built the first stromatolites?
- Which gas did early microbes pump into the air?
- How old are the oldest fossils we've found?
Ready to meet your earliest ancestors? Let's begin!
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