Fossils and Geologic Time

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Half Life of Californium 252?
Back
The Half Life of Californium 252 is not 5 years; it is approximately 2.645 years.
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NGSS.HS-PS1-8
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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In what type of rock do fossils typically form?
Back
Fossils typically form in sedimentary rock.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an index fossil?
Back
An index fossil is a fossil that is used to define and identify a particular time period in the geologic time scale.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How old do Paleontologists believe the Earth is?
Back
Paleontologists believe the Earth is approximately 4.6 billion years old.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
NGSS.MS-LS4-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the absolute age of a fossil?
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The absolute age of a fossil is the actual age of the fossil in years.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is relative age?
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Relative age is the age of a rock or fossil in comparison to other rocks or fossils.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?
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Igneous rock is formed from cooled magma or lava.
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