Why did animal life originate in the oceans rather than on the land?

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Why did animal life originate in the oceans rather than on the land?

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Temperatures in water don’t change very quickly whereas temperatures in the air can change much faster. Stability was precious for creatures to thrive in environments with limited oxygen. Only a few species could weather the hellish environment on the surface.

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