Fossils and Dinosaurs

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Permanently frozen soil is called _____________.

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Permafrost

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A copy of the shape of the organism formed by fine sediment that has been pressed into a mold is called _____________.

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Cast

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The scientific study of fossils is called _____________.

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Paleontology

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On which days of creation does the Bible say that God created all of the land and sea animals AND man?

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On the 5th and 6th days of creation.

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How do scientists draw their conclusions about fossils?

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What they believe about how the earth began.

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What is a fossil?

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A preserved remains or impression of a once-living organism.

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What are trace fossils?

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Fossils that provide evidence of the activities of ancient organisms, such as footprints or burrows.

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What is a mold in fossil formation?

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A cavity in sediment that reflects the shape of an organism.

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What is a petrified fossil?

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A fossil formed when organic material is replaced with minerals, turning it into stone.

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What is the significance of fossils in understanding Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life and help scientists understand the evolution of species.