4.1 over Fossils and Ancient Climate

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What does shale indicate about the ancient environment?

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Shale indicates that the ancient environment was shallow water.

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What is the term for all the fossils that have been found on Earth?

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The term is fossil record.

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Which mountain ranges are evidence of being part of the same ancient mountain chain?

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The Appalachian and Atlas mountain ranges.

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What information do ice core sediments and gases provide?

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They provide information about the past environment.

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True or False: Most fossils are found in igneous rock.

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False. Most fossils are found in sedimentary rock.

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What type of rock is most commonly associated with fossil formation?

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Sedimentary rock.

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What can fossils tell us about ancient climates?

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Fossils can provide clues about the climate conditions that existed when the organisms were alive.

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What is the significance of the fossil record in understanding Earth's history?

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The fossil record helps scientists understand the diversity of life, evolutionary processes, and past environmental conditions.

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How do scientists use ice cores to study climate change?

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Scientists analyze the layers of ice cores to understand past temperatures, atmospheric composition, and greenhouse gas levels.

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What are some examples of organisms that can be found in the fossil record?

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Examples include dinosaurs, ancient plants, and marine life like trilobites.