Rocks, Soils, and Fossils 3rd grade

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What must happen to a dead organism for a fossil to form?

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It must be buried by layers of soil and rock.

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What two properties can be observed in a rock?

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Color and texture.

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Why do bones and teeth remain as part of some fossils?

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Because the parts are hard.

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What can be used to identify a rock?

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Color.

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What is a fossil?

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The preserved parts or traces of past life.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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The process where dead organisms are buried and minerals replace their remains.

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What is soil made of?

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Soil is made of tiny pieces of rocks, minerals, and organic matter.

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What is the difference between rocks and minerals?

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Rocks are made up of one or more minerals.

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What is an example of a sedimentary rock?

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Sandstone.

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How do fossils help scientists?

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Fossils provide information about past life and environments.