Print out the worksheet, answer the questions, and then give to your teacher.

1. The branch of biology that studies the forms of life that existed in former geologic periods is called __________________.

 

 

2. The remains of ancient animals and plants, the traces or impressions of living things from the past are called __________________.

 

 

3. Most fossils are excavated from this type of rock.

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4. The word fossils comes from a Latin word which means ____________________.

 

 

5. ______________________ rock is rock that has formed from sediment, like sand, mud, and small pieces of rock.