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Scientists Develop Non-Destructive Method to Study Fish Teeth


Published on 2024-12-27 15:22:17 - MSN
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  • Can we examine the teeth of living fish and other vertebrates in detail, repeatedly over time, without harming them?

Scientists at the University of Bristol have developed a non-destructive method to study the teeth of fish, specifically focusing on the extinct species *Atherstonia*, which lived around 200 million years ago. This innovative approach involves using high-resolution X-ray microtomography to examine the internal structure of fossilized teeth without damaging them. The study, published in the journal *Papers in Palaeontology*, reveals that *Atherstonia* had teeth with a complex internal structure, suggesting a diet that included hard prey. This method not only preserves the fossils for future research but also provides detailed insights into the feeding habits and ecological roles of ancient marine life, enhancing our understanding of evolutionary biology.

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