Unit 3 - Earths Features Practice

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living organism from the past.

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What does the term 'youngest fossil' mean?

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The youngest fossil is the one that formed most recently in geological time.

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What does 'oldest fossil' refer to?

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The oldest fossil is the one that formed the earliest in geological time.

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What does 'cement' mean in geology?

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Cement means to stick together in the process of forming a rock.

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What does 'compact' mean?

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Compact means to press together or to be close.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from the accumulation of sediments.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process by which organic material is preserved as a fossil.

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What environments can fossils be found in?

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Fossils can be found in various environments, including underwater, forests, deserts, and more.

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What is the significance of studying fossils?

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Studying fossils helps us understand the history of life on Earth and how environments have changed.

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What is a geological layer?

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A geological layer is a distinct layer of rock or sediment that has formed over time.