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science7 months ago•4 min saved

Revealing the Hidden Bone Armor in Lizards

A new study using micro-CT imaging revealed that nearly half of all lizard species, including 29 Australo-Papuan goannas, possess hidden bone plates called osteoderms, challenging previous assumptions and opening new avenues for understanding their evolution and adaptation in harsh environments.

via The Conversation|

#australia #evolution #micro-ct

science7 months ago•5 min saved

Micro-CT Scans May Harm Fossil Preservation More Than Thought

A new study reveals that micro-CT scanning, widely considered a non-destructive method for studying fossils, can actually cause significant collagen loss and potentially damage the preservation of fossils, suggesting the technique should be used more cautiously to avoid irreversible impacts on valuable specimens.

via The Conversation|

#collagen-degradation #fossils #micro-ct