Fossil Quiz

What is a fossil?

• A. A type of rock found only in volcanic areas

• B. The preserved remains or traces of living things

• C. A rare mineral that forms deep within the Earth

• D. A scientific term for ancient artifacts

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What does a paleontologist do?

• A. Studies the movement of tectonic plates

• B. Predicts weather patterns over long periods

• C. Studies, collects, and classifies fossils

• D. Maps the ocean floor

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What does the fossil record provide evidence for?

• A. The history of human civilization

• B. The theory of gravity

• C. The theory of evolution

• D. The process of soil formation

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What is the difference between a mold fossil and a cast fossil?

• A. A mold fossil is a 3D replica, while a cast fossil is a 2D impression

• B. A mold fossil is a hollow area in the sediment, while a cast fossil is a solid copy of the shape of an organism

• C. A mold fossil is made of carbon, while a cast fossil is made of minerals

• D. A mold fossil is a trace fossil, while a cast fossil is a preserved remains

What does "extinct" mean in the context of the fossil record?

• A. A species that is endangered and may soon disappear

• B. A species that has evolved into a new form

• C. A species that no longer exists and never will again

• D. A species that has migrated to a different environment

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