Fossils & Paleontology (2)

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What is paleontology?

Study of fossils and past life.

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What are most fossils made of?

Bones (65% mineral) and teeth (97% mineral).

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What is taphonomy?

Study of fossilization processes.

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Why is fossilization rare?

Requires rapid burial and protection from decay/scavengers.

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Where are fossils usually found?

Sedimentary rock layers (strata).