3rd Grade Unit 6 Fossils

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living thing from the past, often found in rocks.

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True or False: Some living things have not changed over millions of years.

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True

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What must happen first for a fossil to form?

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An animal dies.

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What part of an animal is most likely to become a fossil?

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Bone

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Why might a fish fossil be found in a cow pasture?

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The cow pasture used to be underwater.

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What can sharp, pointed teeth in a fossil animal suggest?

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The animal likely ate meat.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, or organic material that can cover and preserve remains.

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How do minerals contribute to fossil formation?

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Minerals in water can replace the organic material in bones, turning them into fossils.

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What is the process of fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process where living things are preserved in sediment and transformed into fossils over time.

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What type of environment is best for fossil formation?

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Wet environments, like rivers or oceans, are best for fossil formation because they help preserve remains.