Fossils

Fossils

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Flashcard

Science

5th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS4-1, MS-ESS1-4, MS-LS4-2

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism, often found in sedimentary rock.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where can the oldest layer of sedimentary rock be found?

Back

The oldest layer of sedimentary rock is found at the bottom layer.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which animal part is most likely to form a fossil?

Back

Bone is the animal part most likely to form a fossil.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mold fossil?

Back

A mold fossil is a mark or cavity made in sediment in the shape of a shell or other body.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when a species is considered extinct?

Back

A species is considered extinct when there are no longer any living members of that species.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which type of rock are most fossils found?

Back

Most fossils are found in sedimentary rock.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a cast fossil?

Back

A cast fossil is a type of fossil that forms when a mold is filled with minerals or other materials.

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