Fossils and Evolution

Fossils and Evolution

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a cast in fossil formation?

Back

A cast is a fossil that forms when sediments fill in a cavity left by a decayed organism.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is natural selection?

Back

Natural selection is the process where differences in survival rates occur due to inherited characteristics.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when an organism is described as extinct?

Back

An extinct organism is one that no longer exists on Earth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of carbon-14 dating?

Back

Carbon-14 dating is used to determine the absolute age of organic materials.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct order of rock layers from oldest to youngest?

Back

Limestone, Siltstone, Fault, Basalt.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mold in fossil formation?

Back

A mold is a fossil that forms when an organism leaves an impression in sediment.

7.

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What is the difference between relative age and absolute age?

Back

Relative age is the age of a rock layer compared to other layers, while absolute age is the exact age of a rock or fossil.

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