Fossilized dinosaur bone showing mineralised red blood cells

Iron-carrying molecules found in bones of Brazilian dinosaur

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This discovery reveals the presence of mineralised 'red blood cells' in the fossilized bones of a Brazilian dinosaur, contributing to ongoing research on the preservation of soft tissues in ancient fossils. The finding provides new insights into the molecular composition of dinosaur remains millions of years old.

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