Dinosaurs

Fossils are a key part of Alberta's identity due to the province's rich fossil heritage, particularly in the Badlands region. Dinosaur fossils, such as those found in Drumheller, have put Alberta on the map as a world-renowned destination for paleontological discoveries. This has shaped Alberta's image as a significant contributor to the field of paleontology and a hub for dinosaur enthusiasts and researchers.

Yes, seaweed has been around for millions of years, including during the time of the dinosaurs. Seaweed is a type of algae that has been growing in the oceans for hundreds of millions of years.

Fossil formation typically requires the rapid burial of an organism in sediment, which helps protect it from decomposition and scavenging. The organism's remains undergo a process of mineralization over time, where minerals replace the original organic material, preserving the structure of the organism as a fossil.

Oviraptor is the dinosaur species known for its egg-eating behavior. Its name, which means "egg thief," reflects the initial misconception that it was a predator of eggs, but further research suggests it may have actually been brooding its own eggs.

A herbivore is a plant eater. A carnivore is a meat eater. An omnivore is a meat and plant eater.

crocodiles lived because they lived in water and crocodiles had amour plates on it's back

The element iridium is fairly rare on the Earth, but seems to be somewhat more common in meteorites and in asteroids. Microscopic diamonds can be formed under extremely high temperatures and pressures, such as those that would be caused by a high-speed impact.

There is a layer of iridium dust and micro-diamonds around the world that seems to be about 65 million years old. Below that level, there are fossils of many very large dinosaur species; above that level, there wasn't much left alive. Luis Alvarez came up with the idea - widely ridiculed at the time - that the impact of an asteroid or comet may have killed off most large animals at about that time.

How large was the asteroid or comet? We can't be certain, but probably about 10 miles long.

In the Cretaceous Period, small things like Ginkgos could be edible, and common things you could find along elongated coastlines, such as shellfish, and even small breeds of fish. (I am not positive they were in the Cretaceous Period) You could also eat small ferns, as they could be weak if they were young, and provide a tasty tea when boiled.

Fossils from the Jurassic period include dinosaurs such as Stegosaurus and Allosaurus, marine reptiles like Ichthyosaurs and Plesiosaurs, and early mammals and birds. Plant fossils like ferns, cycads, and conifers are also common from this period.

During the Jurassic period, the climate was warmer and more humid than today. There were no polar ice caps, and the Earth was mostly covered in shallow seas and lush tropical forests. The climate was generally stable and lacked the extreme temperature variations seen in more recent times.

For one thing, humans wouldn't exist. If the dinosaurs had survived, the small mammals that would have eventually evolved into humans wouldn't have had the chance. Most large mammals - lions, elephants, moose, kangaroos, etc. - wouldn't have had the chance to evolve either. All the big, widespread species would be reptiles or birds.

The dinosaur fossil found on Vega Island in 1986 was a partial skeleton of a carnivorous dinosaur known as Cryolophosaurus ellioti. This dinosaur lived during the Early Jurassic period, around 190 million years ago. It is a significant discovery as it is one of the earliest known dinosaurs from Antarctica.

A blue whale is bigger than a brachiosaurus. Blue whales are the largest animals known to have existed on Earth, with adult blue whales growing up to 100 feet (30 meters) long and weighing as much as 200 tons. In contrast, the largest-known brachiosaurus species were estimated to be around 70 feet (21 meters) long and weighed about 50 tons.

The movie you are referring to is "Jurassic Park," based on the novel by Michael Crichton. In the film, scientists clone dinosaurs using DNA extracted from mosquitoes preserved in amber, leading to disastrous consequences when the cloned dinosaurs escape and wreak havoc on the island.

Mary Anning discovered the first complete Ichthyosaurus skeleton in 1811, a significant find that contributed to the early understanding of prehistoric marine reptiles. She also found the first Plesiosaurus skeleton in 1823, further expanding scientific knowledge of ancient marine life. Anning's discoveries played a crucial role in the field of paleontology.

Dinosaurs were typically large reptiles with long tails, sharp teeth, and powerful legs. They came in various sizes and shapes, from the massive, long-necked sauropods to the small, fast predators like Velociraptors. Many had scales or feathers covering their bodies.

A reptile is in no way a mammal. A reptile is a vertebrate, but it is completely different from a mammal. It doesn't have hair, it is an ectotherm, and it doesn't feed its young with milk. A mammal has hair at some point in its life, is an endotherm, and feeds it's young with milk.

dyeing and then being in the right place at the right time. this usually means they died in or near water. water slows down decomposition. after that it needs to get buried in sediment. this further slows down decomp

AED. Automated External Defibrillator. The heart has its own electrical system that fires and tells the heart when to pump, numerous things make the heart stop beating. But you can do CPR and essentially pump the heart for the patient but ultimately the AED will restore the electrical system by shocking the heart if you follow AED directions. Both CPR and an AED are essential for starting back up the heart, you cant just "ride the lighting" aka shock the patient like in the movies and tv shows. In order to actually bring somebody back you have to do CPR and use the AED.

dinosaurs are extinct not endangered

To survive in the Jurassic period, you would need to adapt to the different climate, vegetation, and animals of that time. Basic survival skills such as finding food, water, and shelter would be essential, as well as knowledge of the behaviors of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures to avoid danger. Developing tools and strategies for hunting or defense against predators would also be crucial for survival.

No, if you are a paleontologist (you study fossils) that is your profession. The profession is not itself regulated (like Medical Doctors or Legal practitioners).

However, it may not be lawful to collect fossils in certain places and countries without a license to do so. Certain sites are protected by local laws.

It may also be illegal to export fossils from certain countries without obtaining a license to do this.

The incubation period for dinosaur eggs varied among different species, but it is estimated to have ranged from a few weeks to several months. Factors such as the size of the egg, the species of dinosaur, and the environmental conditions would have influenced the exact length of time it took for the eggs to hatch.