Asked by
chris mccloskey
on Dec 09, 2024Verified
Which of the following is not a reason that an organism would be unlikely to be discovered in fossilized form?
A) Most organisms are eaten or otherwise degraded to the point where there is nothing left to fossilize.
B) Soft-bodied organisms are unlikely to fossilize.
C) A fossil must rise to the surface of Earth.
D) A fossil must be discovered.
E) all of the above
Fossilized Form
A process where organic material is replaced by minerals, turning remains of organisms into stone-like replicas.
Soft-bodied Organisms
Creatures that lack rigid skeletal structures, such as worms, jellyfish, and octopuses, often highlighting evolutionary adaptations.
Surface
The outermost layer or boundary of an object or body, which can interact with the environment or other objects.
- Recognize factors influencing the likelihood of fossil preservation.
Verified Answer
JE
Learning Objectives
- Recognize factors influencing the likelihood of fossil preservation.