Dinosaur fossils

  • Thread starter Needtomnet789
  • Start date
  • Tags
    fossils
  • #1
Needtomnet789
What could this be?
 

Attachments

  • 2018022795113110.jpg
    2018022795113110.jpg
    43.3 KB · Views: 553
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #3
Needtomnet789 said:
What could this be?
jedishrfu said:
a rock?
This is hilarious -- I just did a Google Images search on that image, and Google returned the same answer... :biggrin:
l35d5kxaAUfbB_jM1e5nZPfTg8rZd8PA5Uffr-p9BwQOz5fb_qyebO3oeeqBRL9jd4UG5Q=s131.jpg

Image size:
720 × 466
No other sizes of this image found.
Best guess for this image: rock
 

Attachments

  • l35d5kxaAUfbB_jM1e5nZPfTg8rZd8PA5Uffr-p9BwQOz5fb_qyebO3oeeqBRL9jd4UG5Q=s131.jpg
    l35d5kxaAUfbB_jM1e5nZPfTg8rZd8PA5Uffr-p9BwQOz5fb_qyebO3oeeqBRL9jd4UG5Q=s131.jpg
    3.5 KB · Views: 238
  • Like
Likes davenn

What are dinosaur fossils?

Dinosaur fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago. They can include bones, teeth, footprints, and even soft tissues.

How are dinosaur fossils formed?

Dinosaur fossils are formed through a process called fossilization. This occurs when a dinosaur dies and is quickly buried by sediment, such as sand or mud. Over time, the sediment hardens into rock, preserving the dinosaur's remains.

Where are dinosaur fossils found?

Dinosaur fossils have been found on every continent on Earth. However, the majority of fossils have been discovered in North America, South America, and Asia.

How do scientists study dinosaur fossils?

Scientists study dinosaur fossils by carefully excavating them from the ground and examining them in a laboratory. They can also use advanced technologies, such as CT scans and 3D imaging, to learn more about the structure and anatomy of the fossils.

What can we learn from dinosaur fossils?

Dinosaur fossils provide important clues about the physical characteristics, behavior, and evolutionary history of dinosaurs. They also help scientists understand the environment and climate during the time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.

Similar threads

  • General Discussion
Replies
14
Views
961
  • General Discussion
Replies
6
Views
739
  • General Discussion
3
Replies
80
Views
6K
  • General Discussion
Replies
13
Views
2K
  • Earth Sciences
Replies
12
Views
2K
  • Biology and Medical
Replies
1
Views
1K
  • Biology and Medical
Replies
1
Views
753
  • Biology and Medical
Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
2
Views
1K
Replies
26
Views
937
Back
Top