Scientists Unlock Secrets of Ancient Human DNA

Published on 11/19/2024
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All Groups Split Off From One

Archaeologists thought that the two groups came together at least once, which explains why the girls were linked. They provided two options for this. The Beringians may have separated before crossing the bridge, only to reconnect later. Alternatively, the Beringians might have divided after crossing. Potter prefers the latter theory.

All Groups Split Off From One

All Groups Split Off From One

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Perhaps They Split Before Beringia

Potter has a notion about how these two groups came together. During an interview with The Atlantic, he suggested that both tribes had crossed Beringia independently. Perhaps they went down different routes at various times. Normally, this notion would appear far-fetched. However, there is some evidence to back this up.

Perhaps They Split Before Beringia

Perhaps They Split Before Beringia

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