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What is the study of fossils called?

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Paleontology is the study of fossils.

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Who are scientists that study fossils?

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Scientists who study fossils are called paleontologists.

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What type of fossil is formed from the remains of organisms that have turned into stone?

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A petrified fossil.

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What is an example of a trace fossil?

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Examples of trace fossils include footprints, burrows, and coprolites (fossilized dung).

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What term describes an organism that no longer exists on Earth?

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Extinct.

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What is a mass extinction?

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A mass extinction is the end of an era, characterized by the extinction of a large number of species in a relatively short period.

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What are the different types of fossils?

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The main types of fossils include body fossils, trace fossils, and chemical fossils.

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What is a body fossil?

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A body fossil is the preserved remains of an organism, such as bones, teeth, or shells.

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What is a trace fossil?

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A trace fossil is a record of the activity of an organism, such as footprints or burrows.

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What is the significance of fossils in understanding Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life, environmental conditions, and evolutionary processes.