Fossils in the Deep Sea and Types of Fossils in the Arctic
Fossils in the deep sea sediment are single celled organisms such as Foraminifera. Foraminifera species are found in sediment cores with ash and dust …
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What are Two Different Ways that Fossils Form?
What are two different ways that fossils form? Two examples are amber formation and permineralization. Insects trapped in amber are amazing fossils …
Continue ReadingAn Overview of the Major Groups of Fossils: Microfossils and Invertebrates
Ever wanted to go fossil hunting? There are many opportunities no matter where you live in the world. You can go on your own, or better yet join up …
Continue ReadingThe Beautiful Land Features of North Dakota
The land features of North Dakota are more varied than the state’s popular conception as flat monotony would suggest. They include badlands, …
Continue ReadingAll About South Africa's Land Features
South Africa has some of the most diverse terrain and microclimates in all of Africa. From the biologically diverse shrublands of the Cape Peninsula …
Continue ReadingFossils Found in the Desert include Dinosaurs in the Gobi Desert
Dinosaurs, crocodiles and whales are all fossils found in the desert. The Gobi Desert is probably the best place to find dinosaur fossils, and Whale …
Continue ReadingLandforms of the United States: What Are The Major Landforms?
The landforms of the United States include a spectacular array of topography from some of the world’s biggest canyons to glacially scoured mountains. …
Continue ReadingExplore the Philippines' Famous Landforms: A Showcase of Philippine Biodiversity
Join this author as she takes you on a tour of her beloved country, by providing interesting facts about the famous landforms of the Philippines. The …
Continue ReadingWhere Are The Most Common Fossils Found? Sedimentary Rocks
Where are the most common fossils found? Most fossils are found in sedimentary rocks. The best place to look for fossils is in areas that have exposed …
Continue ReadingAbout Ocean Landforms and Famous Sea Landforms: Their History and Descriptions
Underneath the surface lies a vast variety of mountain ranges, deep ocean trenches, and array of fascinating under water landscapes which still remain …
Continue ReadingBowen's Reaction Series and How Igneous Rocks Form
The type of igneous rock you end up with depends on the percentage of silicon in the original magma. Bowen’s reaction series explains how that …
Continue ReadingDifferent Types of Lava and How Lava Moves
Lava is molten rock that flows out of volcanoes. Depending on its composition, lava can be categorized as basaltic, andesitic, or rhyolitic. The …
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