The Fossil Record and Evidence for Evolution

The Fossil Record and Evidence for Evolution

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Science, Geography, Biology

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the scientific evidence supporting the theory of evolution, focusing on the fossil record. Fossils, the remains or traces of once-living things, provide a biological record of life on Earth. Scientists use sophisticated methods to determine the age of fossils and rocks, piecing together a picture of how life has evolved over billions of years. The fossil record, though incomplete, illustrates the progression of life from simple single-cell organisms to the diverse array of life forms present today.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What conclusion have scientists reached about the origin of life on Earth?

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In what way is the fossil record described as incomplete?

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