Fossils & Relative Age

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What type of rock do we usually find fossils in?

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Sedimentary rock

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What do we call people who study fossils?

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Paleontologists

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Which rock layer formed first: Rock Layer W, X, Y, or Z?

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Rock Layer Z

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Where would a shark tooth most likely be found?

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Area B

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Where is the BEST place to find a fossil near the ocean?

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Near the ocean

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living organism from the past.

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What do fossils tell us about Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life and help us understand how organisms and environments have changed over time.

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What is the process of forming a fossil called?

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Fossilization

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What is the difference between sedimentary rock and igneous rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from particles and organic material, while igneous rock is formed from cooled magma or lava.

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What can we learn from studying rock layers?

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We can learn about the relative ages of fossils and the history of the Earth.