Fossils & Extinction

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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 does extinction mean?

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Extinction is when a species no longer exists anywhere on Earth.

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Name an animal that is both found fossilized and still alive today.

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Mountain lion.

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What do carnivores eat?

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Carnivores eat meat.

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What do herbivores eat?

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Herbivores eat plants.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes.

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What is the La Brea Tar Pits?

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The La Brea Tar Pits are a famous site in Los Angeles where many fossils have been found, preserved in tar.

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How do scientists clean fossils?

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Scientists use an asphalt liquifying solution to clean fossils.

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What type of teeth do herbivores have?

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Herbivores have flat teeth for grinding plants.

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What type of teeth do carnivores have?

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Carnivores have sharp teeth for tearing meat.