Fossils

Fossils

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Biology

4th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living organism from the past.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if an organism is extinct?

Back

An organism is extinct if it no longer exists on Earth.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the fossil record provide evidence for?

Back

The fossil record provides evidence for the history of life on Earth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which rock layer contains the newest fossils?

Back

The rock layer that contains the newest fossils is the topmost layer.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can you learn from a fossil?

Back

You can learn about the size of the animal, what it ate, and where it lived, but not its color.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct order of rock layers from oldest to youngest?

Back

The correct order is B, C, D, A, E.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is paleontology?

Back

Paleontology is the study of fossils and ancient life.

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