3rd grade Fossils review

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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 a long time ago.

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How do fossils form?

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

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What is amber?

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Amber is fossilized tree resin that can trap and preserve small organisms.

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What can fossils tell us about the past?

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Fossils can provide information about the environment, climate, and living conditions of ancient organisms.

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What is the significance of finding a fish fossil in a desert?

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It suggests that the area was once covered by water.

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What does it mean if a fossil shows characteristics of a grass-eating insect?

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It indicates that the area once had a lot of grass.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, and organic material that can accumulate and form layers.

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What is the role of tree resin in fossilization?

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Tree resin can trap organisms, preserving them as fossils when it hardens.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives and grows.

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Why are some fossils found in lakes?

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Lakes provide a suitable environment for organisms to be buried and preserved.