SAVVAS Ch 5 Les 4 What Are Fossils?

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How do we learn about plants and animals from the past?

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By studying fossils

Front

The decayed remains of a once living organism is called a ________.

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Fossil

Front

What type of fossil is the preserved remains of the WHOLE organism, including the hard and soft parts?

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Body Fossil

Front

What type of fossil is this? Options: Mold Fossil, Cast Fossil, Trace Fossil, Body Fossil

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Mold Fossil

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Are fossils abundant and can be found everywhere?

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False

Front

Why might a scientist find a shark tooth fossil in the desert?

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Environments change over time

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Do fossils form quickly and easily?

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False

Front

A fossil shows an animal had sharp teeth. This animal was most likely a _______. Options: Carnivore, Herbivore, Omnivore

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Carnivore

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Fossils can help us learn about _______ organisms.

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extinct and modern

Front

Most fossils form when organisms that die become buried in sediments.

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True