Fossils and Paleontology Flashcard

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What does the term "Preserved" mean?

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When something is saved and protected from time.

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What is "Extinction"?

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When an organism no longer exists anywhere on Planet Earth.

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Who is a "Paleontologist"?

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A scientist that studies natural remains from the past.

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What does "Scientific Inference" involve?

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Making observations and drawing conclusions about the natural world.

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What are "Remains"?

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What is left behind when an organism dies.

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What is an "Ancient Organism"?

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An organism that is incredibly old.

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What is "Evolution"?

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The changes in an organism over time in response to their environment.