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Describes fossils and how they are formed.
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These minerals solidify into a form of stone or rock, preserving the shape and structure of the skeleton. The fossil may remain underground or may eventually be exposed by erosion of the surrounding material. 9 element—a substance made ...
Fossils! Every continent contains fossils that tell us about organisms that once existed on Earth. Fossils also give us details about what the planet was like in these prehistoric times.
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A complete, practical introduction to one of the most fascinating branches of natural science.
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Explore the extraordinary world of fossils; find out how they're formed, where to find them and how to identify them in this information book.
Discusses the discovery of fossils and how they originated, fossil fuels, other ways in which prehistoric life is preserved, and what fossils teach about the development of life, geographical changes, and geological time, accompanied by ...
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In this delightful book, he provides a remarkably all-encompassing explanation of fossils as a phenomenon.
Provides information on the history of the development of life on earth, details of the typical plants and animals of significant geological areas, and maps of areas where fossils can be found.
Extensively illustrated in full color throughout, this fifth edition of Fossils includes the most recent advances in our understanding of the fossil record.
Tiny trilobites prove that a vast desert was once an ocean. Huge dinosaur fossils show where dinosaurs once roamed! With this title, readers will learn about the types of fossils, how they form, and why scientists study them today.
One of the leading paleontologists of our time, examines what the fossilized remains of earth's ancient flora and fauna reveal about mass extinction and the origin of the species, and...
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In fact, the oldest specimens can date back over ten million years. If you're curious about how far back some of the creatures lived, here are some interesting facts about fossils for kids.
Discusses the formation of fossils, describes how they are used by scientists to reconstruct the history of the earth, and offers guidance on starting a fossil collection
Fossils give us a glimpse into the past. Readers will enjoy learning about different kinds of fossils, how they form, and where they can be found.