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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Describe the process scientists use when they study fossils. Include where fossils could be found and what steps scientists take to protect fossils, once they are discovered. @coolman500

OpenStudy (anonymous):

hi

OpenStudy (anonymous):

hi :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

we usually use the process of relative dating to begin with, then chemical dating. we look at where the environment that we found the fossil to determin if it has always been that environment. ie i found fossils of marine life in a country town suggesting that the environment was previously a marine environment. we study the rocks that we found the fossils to help determin a relative age. ie this came before that, but after them to give us an approximate age. we then study the fossil itself to classify it into groups to determin which branch of evolution it has come from. fossils can be found in rocks, bedding planes,(rock layers), trees (tree ring dating). mostly there are found in rocks or weathered rocks (sands, mud).

OpenStudy (anonymous):

does that help u

OpenStudy (anonymous):

umm a little but i dont need a paragraph. i just need like one or two sentences and use your own words please! :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok

OpenStudy (anonymous):

fossils can be found in rocks, bedding planes,(rock layers), trees (tree ring dating). mostly there are found in rocks or weathered rocks (sands, mud).

OpenStudy (anonymous):

is that good

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes that's a part of the answer. Now i need you to Describe the process scientists use when they study fossils

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Fossil hunting is a fascinating pastime enjoyed by families and individuals of all ages and levels of experience throughout the year. With just a little time spent learning the basics anyone can enjoy the thrill of finding evidence of prehistoric creatures and the environments they lived in. The following page offers some guidance to getting started, including the best places to look and techniques for fossil hunting effectively and safely.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok thanks im done :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok lol

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