Evolutionary Loss of Acid-Secreting Stomach and Endoskeletal Ossification: A Phosphorus Perspective
Phosphorus is essential for all life forms on Earth, including eukaryotes (animals, plants, fungi, and protists), prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea), and even viruses. Its significance stems primarily from its presence in nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), where it forms a crucial part of the backbone str...
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MDPI AG
2025-01-01
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2410-3888/10/2/48 |