--M.

A --JOSHUA
FOSSIL—A remnant or trace of an organism of a some
earlier geologic age, such as a skeleton or leaf imprint,
embedded and preserved in the earth's crust. (explan)
--LOUIS
FOSSILIZATION—the processes that turn plant or animal
remains to stone. (explain)
--LOUIS
6. Fossils are the remains of once-living organisms, and
most fossils are remnants of extinct species. Since life on
Earth has changed through time, the kinds of fossils found
in rocks of different ages will also differ. Together, these
concepts formulate the principle of fossil succession, also
known as the law of faunal succession. Rocks from
different areas with the same kinds of fossils are from the
same age.

Let us discuss and listen to us kung ano-ano ba yung mga --M.A

evidence in past life through fossils
--JERWIN
1. Petrified fossils result from permineralization, the
replacement of once-living matter by minerals. Solutions
containing silicates, carbonates, iron or other minerals
seep into the gaps and spaces between the cells, first
encasing the cells and eventually replacing the cells
themselves. Over time, minerals entirely replace the
organic material, creating a petrified fossil.
--JEZZ
7. Theory of Evolution. Today, almost all scientists accept
evolution. There is a lot of evidence that supports Darwin’s
theory.
--LOUIS
We can see evidence for evolution in the fossil record.
Fossils show us how species have changed over time. We
can see similarities between extinct species and those alive
today. Similarities between species we see today suggests
a common ancestor. For example, humans, dogs, birds and
whales have similar bone structures in their limbs.

2. Molds and casts are three-dimensional impressions in --JERWIN

which the surface contours of an organism are preserved.
Organisms buried in sediment slowly decompose, leaving a
cavity that contains an exact imprint of the organisms’
shape and size. When this hollow space fills with material,
this material takes the shape of the mold, forming a cast.
Although the fossil may exhibit characteristics of the
original organism, normally no organic material remains.
DNA also supports Darwin’s theory. Darwin knew that
parents could pass on traits to their kids, but he didn’t
know how. Now, scientists know that DNA carries traits
from the parents to the children. Similarities in DNA of
different species supports the idea that all life on Earth is
related.

--JOSHUA

3. Carbon film fossils are formed from the carbon residue EVIDENCE OF PAST LIFE
of a soft-bodied organism that has been buried in
1. PERTIFIED FOSSILS
sediment.
2. MOLD AND CASTS
--LOUIS 3. CARBON FILMS
4. PRESERVED REMAINS
4. Fossils are the remains of plants or animals from 5. TRACE FOSSILS
prehistoric times. They are a rarity as most organisms, 6. FOSSIL SUCCESION
then and now, are either consumed by other organisms or 7. EVIDENCE OF EVOLUTION
completely decay at death. Fossil remains are preserved in
a variety of ways.

--M.A

5. Trace Fossils are the signs that organisms were once

present. Trace fossils can be tracks, footprints, trails,
burrows, eggs, nests, leaf impressions, and feces.