How have significant fossil discoveries contributed to our understanding of evolutionary biology?
What can fossils teach us about extinct species and their ecosystems?
How do paleontologists determine the age of fossils?
What are the different types of fossils, and how are they formed?
In what ways can the discovery of a new fossil challenge existing theories about evolution and the history of life on Earth?
How can isotopic analysis of fossils contribute to understanding the climates and ecosystems of past geological eras?
What are the differences between body fossils and trace fossils, and what unique information can each type provide?
How do paleontologists use fossils to reconstruct the appearance and behavior of ancient organisms?
What processes lead to the formation of fossils, and how do different environmental conditions affect fossilization?
What challenges do scientists face when excavating, preserving, and studying fossils?
