Fossils and Geologic Time

Fossils and Geologic Time

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Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS4-1, MS-ESS1-4, HS-ESS1-6

+1

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, often found in sedimentary rock.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is geologic time?

Back

Geologic time is the timeline of Earth's history, divided into eons, eras, periods, and epochs.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the oldest layer of rock called?

Back

The oldest layer of rock is called the 'bedrock' or 'basement rock'.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do paleontologists determine the age of fossils?

Back

Paleontologists use methods like radiometric dating and stratigraphy to determine the age of fossils.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What conditions are necessary for fossilization?

Back

Fossilization typically requires rapid burial, low oxygen levels, and hard parts like bones or shells.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a trace fossil?

Back

A trace fossil is a type of fossil that provides evidence of the activity of ancient organisms, such as footprints or burrows.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What era did dinosaurs dominate?

Back

Dinosaurs dominated during the Mesozoic Era.

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