Earth's Past - Fossils and Fossilization
Offered By: Kiersti Ford via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of fossilization in this introductory geology video. Discover the fundamental processes behind how organisms become preserved as fossils over millions of years. Learn about different types of fossils, the conditions necessary for fossilization to occur, and how paleontologists use these ancient remains to reconstruct Earth's past ecosystems and evolutionary history. Gain insights into the importance of fossils in understanding prehistoric life and geological time scales. Delve into the methods scientists use to study and date fossils, and uncover the stories they tell about ancient environments and extinct species.
Syllabus
Earth's Past: Fossils & Fossilization
Taught by
Kiersti Ford
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