
Fossilize
Geological Time
Understanding 'fossilize' involves recognizing the immense time periods for geological change.
Dinosaurs fossilized over millions of years, not overnight.
Natural Conditions
'Fossilize' typically requires specific conditions such as low oxygen and presence of minerals.
Without minerals in the water, the wood may decay instead of fossilizing.
Rarity of Fossils
Fossilization is a rare event which makes fossils valuable for scientific research.
Not all ancient life forms have fossilized, leading to gaps in the fossil record. Compare with
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