Fossils & Extinction

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What is a fossil?

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

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What does the term 'extinction' mean?

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Extinction is when a species no longer exists anywhere on Earth.

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What type of animal is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an animal that eats only plants.

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What type of animal is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that eats only meat.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process where living things become fossils, usually by being buried in sediment.

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What can fossils tell us about the past?

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Fossils provide scientific evidence of what life was like on Earth long ago.

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How do fossils form?

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Fossils form when an animal is buried in mud, and over time, sediment builds up and hardens around it.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process where natural forces like water or wind wear away rocks and soil.

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What is an example of a carnivore?

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An example of a carnivore is a lion.

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What is an example of a herbivore?

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An example of a herbivore is a cow.