Fossils Flashcards
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What is a fossil?
A
hardened remains of a dead organism that once existed.
2
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What is the study of a fossil?
A
Palaeontology and they are called palaeontologists.
3
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Where are fossils found?
A
Sedimentary rock
4
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What are fossils formed from?
A
Mud, sand and clay. Also formed from remained seas, rivers, lakes and deserts that disappeared a long time ago.
5
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What do fossils show us?
A
How the earth has evolved overtime and is a window to the past.
6
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What is a body fossil?
A
The preserved remains of an organisms actual body part like bones, teeth and shells (entire organism).
7
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What is a mold and cast fossil?
A
where animals and plants were buried in mud or soft soil and decays away, leaving behind and impression of their bodies leaves or flowers.
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