Fosslis

What is a fossil?

• Any remnant of past organic life.

• Only the bones or teeth of ancient animals.

• A regular skeleton that has been buried.

• A rock that looks like an ancient organism.

What happens during the process of fossilization?

• The original organic material of an organism is replaced by new minerals.

• The organism's remains are preserved exactly as they were when it died.

• Water washes away all traces of the organism, leaving only an impression.

• The organism's soft tissues are preserved, but hard parts decay.

Why are complete fossil skeletons rarely found?

• Most animals are too large to be fully preserved.

• Scavengers and natural processes often break down remains before fossilization.

• Paleontologists only collect individual bones or teeth.

• Complete skeletons are too heavy to be moved from fossil sites.

Which type of fossil can preserve delicate structures like insects, feathers, or even parts of lizards?

• Fossilized bones

• Fossilized footprints

• Amber

• Fossilized burrows

What type of geological feature is most conducive to fossilization?

• Mountain ranges

• Volcanic regions

• Sedimentary basins

• Glacial valleys