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Earth's Rotation and Oxygen Production Link

Earth's gradual rotational deceleration, caused by the Moon's gravitational pull, has extended the planet's days over billions of years. This lengthening of days is linked to critical atmospheric changes, notably the Great Oxidation Event, when cyanobacteria proliferated and increased atmospheric oxygen, a requirement for life. Scientific studies, including research in Lake Huron, suggest longer days enhanced photosynthetic oxygen production by allowing more time for cyanobacteria activity. Experiments and models confirmed this relationship, highlighting how planetary mechanics and microbial processes intertwine, linking Earth's longer days to two significant oxygenation events in its history.

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