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The marine fossils that are found in the Alps were once on the bottom of the ocean. Plate collision has resulted in their uplift.

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What is the term for the remains for the remains of things found in a rock?

Fossils


What rock are most marine animal fossils in?

The most marine fossils are found in sedimentary rock


What is the terms of remains of things found in rock?

They are known as fossils.


What type of rock are marine fossils found in?

sedimentary


Where have dinosaurs remains have not been found?

there were dinosaur fossils and bones found.


When was the first fossils of a marine reptile found and what is it?

First found in the 18 century and it was a Mosasaurus


What are the fossils found in the Philippines?

Some of the fossils found in the Philippines include the remains of the Homo luzonensis, a newly discovered human species, as well as fossils of prehistoric animals like Stegodon, a type of elephant, and various species of prehistoric rhinoceros, crocodiles, and turtles. The Philippines is also known for its rich marine fossil record, including ancient shark teeth and marine reptile fossils.


What type of water are fossils mostly found in?

Fossils are not found in water, but rather in the sediment deposits which includes the bottom of a body of water. Fossils are especially prevalent in shallow marine environments where they may become well preserved.


What are the remains of once living organisims found in sedimentary rocks?

fossils


What are the remains of past life found in sedimentary rock?

sometimes fossils


What are remains of once living organism found in sedimentary rocks?

Fossils.


Have any fossils been found in Death Valley?

Yes, fossils have been found in Death Valley. Remains of ancient marine life, such as seashells and marine reptiles, have been discovered in the region, indicating that the area was once covered by a seabed millions of years ago. Additionally, fossil footprints of early mammals have been uncovered in some parts of Death Valley.