Env Sc Fossils

Front

What is the youngest fossil layer?

Back

Layer A

Front

How are fossils created?

Back

Fossils are created when traces of organisms harden like rock, dead organisms are quickly buried for millions of years, or animals get trapped. All of these processes contribute to fossil formation.

Front

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

Back

C, E, D, B, A

Front

What type of fossil resembles the body part of a once-living organism?

Back

A cast fossil.

Front

What does it mean if an organism is extinct?

Back

An organism is extinct if it no longer exists and will never live again on Earth.

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism.

Front

What are the different types of fossils?

Back

The main types of fossils include body fossils, trace fossils, molds, casts, and amber.

Front

What is a body fossil?

Back

A body fossil is the actual remains of an organism, such as bones or shells.

Front

What is a trace fossil?

Back

A trace fossil is a record of the activity of an organism, such as footprints or burrows.

Front

What is the significance of fossils in understanding Earth's history?

Back

Fossils provide evidence of past life, help scientists understand evolution, and reveal information about ancient environments.