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- 1. Lily Crinoid A marine echinoderm with feathery arms, often found as fossilized remains, especially in limestone deposits.
- 6. Wood Wood that has turned into stone over time through the process of mineral replacement, preserving its structure.
- 9. Extinct marine arthropods with a distinctive three-lobed exoskeleton, found in various marine fossil deposits.
- 10. Fossil Fossilized coral formations, providing clues about ancient marine environments and the diversity of coral species.
- 11. Tusk Fossilized tusks from mammoths, large prehistoric mammals related to elephants, often found in frozen tundra regions.
- 12. in Amber Insects preserved in fossilized tree resin (amber), providing a unique snapshot of ancient ecosystems.
- 14. Impressions Fossils created when plants leave impressions on sedimentary rock surfaces, preserving their shapes.
- 15. Shell Fossilized shells of snails and slugs, providing evidence of past marine and terrestrial environments.
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- 2. An extinct marine mollusk with a spiral shell; its fossilized remains are commonly found in sedimentary rocks.
- 3. Fossilized feces, offering insights into the diet and digestive systems of ancient organisms.
- 4. Fossil Fossilized remains of ancient ferns, often found in coal deposits and providing insight into prehistoric plant life.
- 5. and Jawbones Fossilized teeth and jawbones from various prehistoric animals, offering insights into their feeding habits and anatomy.
- 7. Bone Fossilized bones of dinosaurs, allowing scientists to study the structure and behavior of these ancient creatures.
- 8. A marine invertebrate with two shells, resembling clams; their fossilized forms provide evidence of ancient sea life.
- 13. Fossil Fossilized remains of ancient fish, offering valuable information about the evolution of aquatic life.