Types of Fossils

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What are trace fossils?

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Trace fossils are geological records of biological activity, such as footprints, nests, and burrows, that provide evidence of an organism's behavior or movement.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a trace fossil?

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All of these are trace fossils.

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What type of fossil is formed from the space left when an organism decays inside a rock?

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Mold.

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What is a cast fossil?

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A cast fossil is formed when a mold is filled with sediment or minerals, creating a replica of the original organism.

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What is the oldest type of fossil among ferns, fish, and ammonites?

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Ammonite.

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What is coprolite?

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Coprolite is fossilized dung or feces, providing insight into the diet of ancient organisms.

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Which organism is least likely to leave coprolite fossils?

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Fern.

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What are body fossils?

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Body fossils are the preserved remains of an organism, such as bones, teeth, and shells.

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What is amber?

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Amber is fossilized tree resin that can preserve small organisms, such as insects, within it.

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What is the difference between a mold and a cast fossil?

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A mold is the impression left in sediment by an organism, while a cast is a replica formed when the mold is filled.