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It takes several millions of years for a fossil to be created. First an animal may step in mud whichs dries over time and becomes hard. After it has that mold the conditions have to be right for it to form. If they are then it will form.

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What is a true fossil?

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What is a hardened and preserved foot print an example of?

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