Fossils

Front

A space left in a rock where a natural object once was is known as a _____________.

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mold

Front

When an organism no longer exists it is _____________.

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extinct

Front

Remains or impressions of extinct organisms are known as _____________.

Back

fossils

Front

Tree sap that has hardened is called _____________.

Back

amber

Front

These organisms are extinct, but used to be found in the ocean: _____________.

Back

trilobites

Front

What is the process called when a living organism becomes a fossil?

Back

Fossilization

Front

What type of fossil is formed when minerals replace the organic material in a plant or animal?

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Petrified fossil

Front

What is the term for the study of fossils?

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Paleontology

Front

What is an example of a trace fossil?

Back

Footprints or burrows

Front

What do we call the hardened remains of tree resin that can trap insects?

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Amber