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Lesson 73 of 84 ยท Earth Systems

Experiment

How Fossils Form (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

Fossils are imprints or remains of living things from long ago, found in rocks.

Key Words

  • rock
  • soil

Materials Needed

  • magnifying glass
  • newspaper
  • spray bottle
  • cups
  • thermometer

Safety First

  • Keep small objects away from young children.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read the introduction. What is this lesson about?

Step 2 โ€” Do

Make a mini water cycle: put warm water in a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and place an ice cube on top. Watch what happens.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Look for something that changed. What is it?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Circle the correct answer on your worksheet.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Where can you find fossils?

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