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How can studying a footprint of an animal that lived long ago tell us more about the animal?
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You can find out because you can see what the animal had small feet that means it was small or if the animal has big feet it was a big animal
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How long did Robinson Crusoe live on the island before he saw the footprint?
Robinson Crusoe lived on the island for approximately 15 years before he saw the footprint, which marked the first sign of human life he encountered besides himself.
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How do scientists guess what type of food an animal ate long ago?
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a fossil
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Do footprint last on earth for more than 30 years?
Depending on the environment, it may be possible for a footprint to last more than 30 years. If an environment is exposed to consistent changes and elements, such as rain, wind, etc., then it is just about impossible for a footprint to last that long. In an environment where virtually no elements are present, in a cave for instance, then it could be possible for a footprint to last that long.
How can geologists tell about plants and animals that lived on earth a long time ago?
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What can you tell about the animals that lived long ago?
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