Fossils Review

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, typically found in sedimentary rocks.

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What is an imprint fossil?

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An imprint fossil is a type of fossil that forms when an organism leaves a mark or impression in sediment that hardens into rock.

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What type of rock are fossils typically found in?

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Fossils are typically found in sedimentary rocks.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Fossils can provide information about the environment in which ancient organisms lived.

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TRUE

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Which organisms are least likely to become fossils?

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Soft-bodied organisms, such as jellyfish, are least likely to become fossils due to their lack of hard parts.

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What is the first step in the fossilization process?

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The first step is when an organism dies.

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What happens to the soft parts of an organism after it dies?

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The soft parts rot away or are eaten by scavengers.

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What is the role of sediment in fossil formation?

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Sediment buries the remains of the organism, protecting it from decay and allowing fossilization to occur.

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What is an extinct species?

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An extinct species is a species that no longer exists anywhere on Earth.

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Give an example of an extinct animal.

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The saber-toothed cat is an example of an extinct animal.