(4.4) Fossils

_________ are important evidence for the theory of evolution.

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Which part of an organism's body typically fossilizes?

• Cartilage

• Skin and muscles

• Teeth and bones

• Hair and organs

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Which of the following IS something that can affect where organisms live and how they adapt to their changing environments? Mark all that apply.

• earthquakes

• volcanoes

• shifting seas

• new species being introduced

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Scientist study the ____________________ to learn about the history of life, past environments on Earth, and how different groups of organisms have changed over time.

• fossil record

• animal record

• historical record

• Earth record

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A ______________________ is a scientist who studies fossils.

• biologist

• chemist

• paleontologist

• astronomer

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Scientist study the ____________________ to learn about the history of life, past environments on Earth, and how different groups of organisms have changed over time.

• fossil record

• animal record

• historical record

• Earth record

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Which statement is true?

• Layer C is the oldest

• Layer B is older than Layer A

• Layer B is older than Layer C

• Layer A is the youngest

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What is a good rule to follow when determining the age of rock layers?

• The oldest is always on the top.

• The rock layers get older as you dig deeper.

• The layers position does not necessarily tell you about the age.

• The youngest is always on the bottom.

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Which layer contains the oldest fossil?

• Layer 1

• Layer 2

• Layer 3

• Layer 4

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Which layer contains the youngest fossil?

• layer 1

• layer 2

• layer 3

• layer 4

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