B14 Genetic And Evolution Flashcards
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How are fossils created?
A
most are formed when a plant or animal dies in a watery environment and is buried in mud and silt. Soft tissues quickly decompose leaving the hard bones or shells behind. Over time sediment builds over the top and hardens into rock.
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Fossils
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Fossils are the remains or traces of ancient life that have been preserved by natural processes
3
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How do fossils form?
A
most are formed when a plant or animal dies in a watery environment and is buried in mud and silt. Soft tissues quickly decompose leaving the hard bones or shells behind. Over time sediment builds over the top and hardens into rock.
