Fascinating Fossils: How Fossils Help Us

Fascinating Fossils: How Fossils Help Us

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Science, Geography, Engineering

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the importance of fossils in understanding ancient life and climate changes. It explains how fossils provide insights into the evolution of life and introduces fossil fuels, which are derived from ancient organic matter. Additionally, the video discusses the role of fossils in construction materials like cement, which is made from limestone formed by ocean animal remains.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can fossils tell us about the past?

The future of technology

Ancient life forms and climate changes

The history of human civilization

Modern transportation methods

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a fossil fuel?

Solar energy

Wind power

Natural gas

Hydroelectric power

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are fossil fuels formed?

Through the process of photosynthesis

From the remains of plants and animals over millions of years

By the compression of sand and rocks

From volcanic eruptions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is cement primarily made from?

Sand

Limestone

Clay

Granite

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of limestone used in construction?

Volcanic activity

Dead remains of ocean animals

Erosion of mountains

Sedimentation of riverbeds