Fossils Quiz

Fossils Quiz

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Science, Geography

10th - 12th Grade

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The video tutorial introduces fossils, explaining they are remains or traces of once-living things. It discusses the role of scientists in studying fossils and the importance of burial in fossil formation. Most fossils are found in rocks, and the presence of hard parts increases the likelihood of fossilization. The process of fossilization involves cells being replaced with minerals. Different types of fossils are covered, including those resembling the original organism and preserved materials like a frozen woolly mammoth. Fossils help scientists correlate rock layers and are crucial in understanding resources like oil and coal.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the process by which cells are replaced with minerals?

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How do fossils help scientists correlate rock layers?

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