FOSSILS REVIEW

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the remains or traces of ancient organisms that have been preserved in rocks.

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How do fossils form?

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Fossils form when organisms are buried under sediment, which hardens over time into rock.

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What can scientists learn from studying fossils?

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Scientists can learn about the types of organisms that lived a long time ago and how they interacted with their environment.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that is formed from the accumulation of sediment, often where fossils are found.

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What does a fossilized insect tell us about its habitat?

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A fossilized insect can provide clues about the environment it lived in, such as whether it was a grassy area or a water environment.

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What are some examples of fossils?

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Examples of fossils include dinosaur bones, leaf imprints, and ancient shells.

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Why are fossils important to scientists?

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Fossils are important because they help scientists understand the history of life on Earth and how species have changed over time.

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What is a paleontologist?

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A paleontologist is a scientist who studies fossils to learn about past life forms.

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What can the shape of a fossil tell us?

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The shape of a fossil can indicate how the organism moved and what type of habitat it lived in.

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

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A mold fossil is an impression of an organism, while a cast fossil is a replica formed when minerals fill the mold.