Fossils and Geologic Time Scale

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What does the Law of Superposition state?

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Younger rock layers are on top of older rock layers.

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What are scientists who study fossils called?

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Paleontologists.

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What is relative age dating?

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Determining the age of rocks or fossils in relation to other rocks or fossils.

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What is absolute age dating?

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Determining the exact age of a rock or fossil using methods like radioactive dating.

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What does the fossil record provide evidence for?

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The history of life on Earth.

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What type of rock are fossils typically found in?

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Sedimentary rocks.

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What is the significance of the fossil record in understanding evolution?

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It shows how life has changed over time and supports the theory of evolution.

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What is an example of relative age dating?

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Saying you are older than your sister.

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What is the main difference between relative and absolute age dating?

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Relative age dating compares ages, while absolute age dating provides a specific age.

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What do paleontologists study?

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Fossils and the history of life on Earth.

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