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Yes they are, they have DNA in them and DNA is organic

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Which isotope is used to date ancient such as fossils?

The isotope of carbon is used to date the ancient fossils. Since every living creature had organic matter and carbon is an integral part of that organic matter, it is conventional to use carbon isotope.


What is the science of fossilization?

The science of how fossils form: what happens to organic matter, its traces and the organisms themselves after death is called: taphonomy


Are fossils Decomposers?

No, fossils are dead, and have no biological action. Prior to fossilisation, an organism may have itself been partially broken down by decomposers, and the decomposing agents may themselves be fossilised (fossil worms, beetles and fungi are such examples).


What kind of sedimentary rock is made from the remains of organisms or fossils?

Clastic sedimentary rocks, like conglomerate and sandstone.


The remains of a once living thing?

Fossils are the remains of plants and animals that have been turned to stone.


What are the examples of fossils?

Fossils include any organic thing which has either made an impression which has turned to stone, or has had its body parts replaced by minerals so it is a stone copy of something. An example is petrified wood.


Are fossils minerals?

No, they are organic compounds.


What are the five types of fossils that can be found in rock?

Five types of fossils found in rocks are petrified fossils (minerals replace organic matter), mold fossils (imprint of an organism), cast fossils (mold filled with minerals), carbon films (thin layer of carbon residue), and trace fossils (evidence of organism's activity).


What do minerals not contain?

Minerals do not contain organic matter such as fossils, plants, or animals. Minerals are inorganic solids with a specific chemical composition and crystal structure.


What rock is made of organic remains?

Fossils


Is porphyry organic?

No. For it to be organic there would have to be pieces of once living things in it such as fossils.


What are the bacteria that lives on dead organic matter?

Bacteria that decompose dead organic matter are called decomposers or saprophytic bacteria. They break down complex organic compounds into simpler substances, which can then be recycled in the ecosystem. Examples include species of Bacillus, Clostridium, and Pseudomonas.