Fossils

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the remains or traces of plants and animals that lived a long time ago, often preserved in rock.

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What can scientists learn from studying fossils?

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Scientists can learn about the history of life on Earth, including what animals and plants existed, how they lived, and how the Earth has changed over time.

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What is a model in science?

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A model is a smaller or simpler version of something that helps us understand how it works or looks.

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What is the process of making a fossil called?

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The process of making a fossil is called fossilization.

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What do fossils tell us about the past?

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Fossils tell us about the types of animals and plants that lived in different time periods and how they adapted to their environments.

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Can scientists determine the color of an animal from fossils?

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No, scientists cannot determine the color of an animal when studying fossils.

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What is an example of a fossil?

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An example of a fossil is a dinosaur bone or a leaf imprint in rock.

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What do fossils NOT help us understand?

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Fossils do not help us understand the future.

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How can you make a model of a fossil?

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You can make a model of a fossil by pressing an object, like a shell, into clay to create an imprint.

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What is the importance of studying fossils?

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Studying fossils is important because it helps us learn about the history of life and the changes in the Earth's environment.