Fossils

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What condition makes the body of an animal more likely to become fossilized?

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It is buried deep under the ground.

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What types of fossils do paleontologists usually find instead of whole fossilized animals?

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Shells, bones, and teeth.

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What type of fossils support the theory that Earth was once one large piece of land?

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Index Fossils.

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What is a Mold Fossil?

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A type of fossil that forms when an organism leaves an impression in sediment.

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What do scientists study fossils to find out more about?

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All of the above.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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The process by which organic material is preserved in sediment over time.

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What are the two main types of fossils?

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Body fossils and trace fossils.

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What is a Body Fossil?

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The preserved remains of an organism, such as bones or shells.

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What is a Trace Fossil?

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Fossils that record the activity of organisms, such as footprints or burrows.

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What is the significance of Index Fossils in geology?

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They help date the layers of rock and indicate the relative age of the fossils.