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Where the fossil was from,what the fossil was,and how old the fossil is.

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In what ways are fossils useful to geologists?

In what ways are fossils useful to geologist?


What do geologist use index fossils for?

to date a rock layer and other fossils within that layer


What fossils are helpful to geologist because they reveal the relative ages of the rock layers in which they occur?

Those types of fossils are called index fossils.


Who was the geologist that discovers the same fossils in different parts of the world?

Edward Suess


what would be a common tasks for geologist?

going on an archeological expedition in search of fossils


How would a geologist determine the age of rock layers and fossils if the geologist found a never before seen rock layer that contain fossils?

First step would be relative-dating: examining the new unit in the context of known rocks above and below it. Then look for correlative formations & fossils elsewhere.


What do geologists look for?

Geologist look for rocks that have been in the earth.Geo in in geologist means earth.Geologist also may look for fossils from dinosaurs millions of years ago.


What kind of scientist examines rocks to learn about earth's history and structure?

geologist


When were the fossils found?

Do you mean the first time? Fossils have been found for a long time. Even you can find one anytime at specific locations. Ask a geologist.


What does a geologist use to find oil?

it lets sicnetist knwo where fossils are located ; where they can find fossils to burn it down


What is one radioactive isotope the geologist can use to learn exact age of the rock?

Absolute dating is a radioactive isotope the geologist can use to learn the exact age of the rock.


What is a scientist called who studies rocks and fossils?

Strictly speaking these are two differing types of scientists. Petrologists study rocks and paleontologists study fossils. However both these disciplines are covered in the broader training of a geologist.