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Fossils may also be found in?
amber, tar deposits and frozen earth
What are frozen fossils called?
frozen fossils.
What is freezing fossils?
fossils that are frozen
Where are fossils found on earth?
In rocks in most parts of the Earth.
What mineral can fossils be found in?
It depends what fossil you're talking about but normally fossils are found in sedimentary rocks. But diatomaceous earth, and limestones contain fossils, or are made of fossils.
Fossils preserved in ice or snow?
Fossils preserved in ice or snow are well-preserved due to the cold temperatures that slow down decay processes. The frozen environment can prevent decomposition and protect the fossils from scavengers and other forms of damage, providing valuable insights into ancient ecosystems and species. Scientists can analyze these fossils to learn about the environment, climate, and biodiversity of that time period.
are the fossils frozen that are found in the ice cap regions?
Fossils found in ice cap regions are typically not frozen but rather preserved in permafrost or ice. These conditions can help preserve organic material, including bones and other remnants, by preventing decay and decomposition. However, true fossils, which are mineralized remains of ancient organisms, are generally found in sedimentary rock rather than in ice itself. While some soft tissues may be found in ice, they are not considered true fossils in the geological sense.
For which segment of the Earth's geologic history are fossils rarely found?
precambrian
What are fern fossils?
frozen fossil
Which layer of the earth are fossils mostly found?
The crust. There are no fossils in the core as the outer core is liquid and no organisms have lived on the inner core.
Why aren't most of the found fossils complete organisms?
because fossils are rare to find and in complete form even more rare only 10% or less out of 100% fossils have been found on earth
Could a woman who lived fifteen thousand years ago found frozen in a glacier be considered a fossil?
No. The ice would have preserved her body, "locking" her in her fleshy state, mummifying her naturally. The woman would be mummified, not fossilised. Also, fossils are found in rocks - glaciers are made of ice.
