Fossils

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What type of rock is best for finding fossils?

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Sedimentary rock is best for finding fossils because it forms in layers and can preserve the remains of plants and animals.

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What does the word 'Dinosaur' mean?

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The word 'Dinosaur' means terrible or great lizard and refers to an extinct group of reptiles.

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How do we know that different kinds of plants and animals lived in Utah a long time ago?

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We find fossils of them, which are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms.

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Why is a fossil dinosaur bone much heavier than the original bone?

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It is now made of minerals that have replaced the original organic material over time.

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What does finding seashell fossils on a mountain tell us?

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It suggests that the mountain was once part of the ocean bottom, indicating changes in the Earth's surface.

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms, often found in sedimentary rock.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process by which organic material is replaced by minerals, preserving the shape of the organism.

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What can fossils tell us about Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life forms, environments, and changes in the Earth's climate and geography.

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What is a paleontologist?

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A paleontologist is a scientist who studies fossils to understand the history of life on Earth.

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What is the difference between a fossil and a rock?

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A fossil is a preserved remnant of a living organism, while a rock is a solid mass of minerals.