fossils

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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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How are fossils formed?

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Fossils are formed when living things die and are buried by sediments.

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What can fossils tell us about the past?

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Fossils can provide information about what organisms looked like, how they lived, and the environments they lived in.

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What type of organism does a fish fossil represent?

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A fish fossil represents a fish that lived in the past.

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What does a shark tooth fossil indicate about the area it was found in?

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It indicates that the area used to be an ocean.

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What can scientists learn from studying plant fossils?

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Scientists can learn about the environments that existed long ago.

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What are some examples of fossils?

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Examples of fossils include bones, teeth, shells, and imprints of leaves.

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What is the significance of studying fossils?

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Studying fossils helps scientists understand how species have changed over time and how the Earth's surface and climate have evolved.

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What does the term 'sediment' mean in relation to fossils?

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Sediment refers to small particles of rock, soil, or organic material that can bury and preserve organisms.

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What is the difference between a fossil and a living organism?

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A fossil is a preserved remnant of a living organism, while a living organism is currently alive.