Paleoclimatic evidence Flashcards
1
Q
how are corals a paleoclimate indicator
A
modern corals are so niche (23-27 degrees) but fossilized corals found in carboniferous rocks in UK
2
Q
how are plants a paleoclimate indicator
A
tree rings = 1 year
smaller rings suggest drier climates
3
Q
what does no rings in carboniferous fossil trees show about climate
A
humid non seasonal climate