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Rocks, soil and fossils

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In this lesson learn about what fossils are and what they can teach us, what soil is and the different types of rocks.

This lesson includes:

  • Four videos
  • Two activities to help with learning

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How are fossils made?

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a dead organism.

The process by which a fossil is formed is called fossilisation.

Watch this short film to learn more about how fossils are made.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zvb2kty

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