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Do fossils go through the metomorphic?
Fossils do not generally survive rock metamorphism.
What led hooke to argue that fossils had once been living organisms?
hooke published his conclusion that fossils are remains of plants and animals .
Why is it rare to fine fossils in metamorphic rocks?
Fossils abound in sedimentary rock, you are in fact very likely to find them there.
What are the 4 types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
When is a valid conclusion a scientist can make about the fossils?
A valid conclusion a scientist can make about fossils is that they provide evidence of past life forms and their environments. By studying the physical characteristics and locations of fossils, scientists can infer evolutionary relationships, extinction events, and changes in Earth's climate over time. Additionally, the stratigraphic context of fossils can reveal the relative ages of different species, contributing to our understanding of the history of life on Earth.
In which rock type are fossils usually founs?
Sedimentary, since the other two types involve extreme heat and/or metamorphism which could destroy any fossil evidence
What are the four types of metamorphism?
The four types of metamorphism are contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism, and hydrothermal metamorphism. Contact metamorphism occurs near igneous intrusions, regional metamorphism happens over large areas due to tectonic forces, dynamic metamorphism occurs along fault zones, and hydrothermal metamorphism involves hot, circulating fluids altering rocks.
When digging in rock where can the oldest fossils be found?
The oldest fossils can typically be found in sedimentary rock layers, specifically in locations with well-preserved rocks that have not undergone significant geological activity like metamorphism. These fossils provide valuable insight into the Earth's early history and the evolution of life.
What are the types of rock metamorphism?
Types of metamorphism are Contact Metamorphism Regional Metamorphism Cataclastic Metamorphism Hydrothermal Metamorphism Burial Metamorphism Shock Metamorphism (Impact Metamorphism)
What are the Three types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
Which is a factor that prevents us from finding the Precambrian fossils?
The lack of hard parts in organisms during the Precambrian period is a factor that prevents us from finding fossils. The geological processes over time, including erosion and metamorphism, may have also destroyed many Precambrian fossils. Additionally, the scarcity of exposed Precambrian rocks due to tectonic activity can make it difficult to find these ancient fossils.
If metamorphism occurs due to heat generated by magma it is called metamorphism?
It is called contact metamorphism.
