Fossils and Rock Layers

The diagram shows layers of sedimentary rock and examples of the fossils each layer contains, Which layer contains the oldest fossils? 

• A. Layer 2
• B. Layer 4
• C. Layer 1
• D. Layer 3

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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Which fossil layer is the youngest? 

• A. Layer A
• B. Layer B
• C. Layer C
• D. Layer D

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Scientist study the ____________________ to learn about the history of life, past environments on Earth, and how different groups of organisms have changed over time.

• fossil record

• animal record

• historical record

• Earth record

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Which part of an organism's body typically fossilizes?

• Cartilage

• Skin and muscles

• Teeth and bones

• Hair and organs

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

The hardened remains of a living thing that died long ago.

• fossil

• extinct

• endangered

• minerals

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

An organism is ______________ if it no longer exits and will never live again on Earth.

• rare

• extinct

• plentiful

• missing

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which area would a shark tooth most likely be found? 

• Area A
• Area B
• Area C
• Area D

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

Which type of fossil is created when an organism gets trapped in tree resin?

• Trace

• Mold/Imprint

• Amber

• Cast

What type of fossil is an imprint in a rock?

• cast 
• trace 
• mold
• whole/part 

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

This type of fossil forms when a mold is filled with sand or mud that hardens into the shape of the organism.

• mold
• cast
• trace
• preserved

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1