Identifying Gastropod Fossils in New York

The video tutorial guides viewers through the process of identifying a gastropod fossil found in New York State. It involves using reference charts and tables to determine the fossil's classification as gastropod W, its time period in the Ordovician era, and the corresponding landscape regions in New York where such fossils are likely found. The tutorial emphasizes the use of reference materials to navigate geological data and identify specific regions like the Tug Hill Plateau and the Hudson-Mohawk Lowlands.

What is the primary focus when identifying the landscape region for a gastropod fossil in New York State?

• The type of soil

• The color of the fossil

• The surface bedrock

• The climate of the region

Which pages are initially referenced to identify the gastropod fossil?

• Pages 8 and 9

• Pages 15 and 16

• Pages 1 and 2

• Pages 20 and 21

What time period is associated with the identified gastropod fossil?

• Jurassic

• Cretaceous

• Ordovician

• Triassic

In which era does the Ordovician period belong?

• Cenozoic Era

• Mesozoic Era

• Paleozoic Era

• Proterozoic Era

What is the first step in locating Ordovician rocks in New York State?

• Consulting a geological expert

• Checking the weather conditions

• Using a generalized bedrock geology map

• Visiting the site physically

Which page in the reference table is used to find Ordovician rocks?

• Page 7

• Page 5

• Page 3

• Page 1

What design is used to identify Ordovician rocks on the map?

• A striped pattern

• A dotted pattern

• A solid color

• A checkered pattern

Which landscape regions in New York State are identified for Ordovician rocks?

• Allegheny Plateau

• Tug Hill Plateau and Hudson-Mohawk Lowlands

• Adirondack Mountains

• Catskill Mountains

What is the significance of identifying the landscape region for a fossil?

• To determine the age of the fossil

• To understand the fossil's historical environment

• To find similar fossils in other regions

• To predict future geological changes

What is the final step in confirming the landscape region for the gastropod fossil?

• Cross-referencing with another fossil

• Checking the fossil's chemical composition

• Verifying the map design with the reference table

• Consulting a paleontologist