Introduction To Paleontology - Ppt Exclusive

How geological forces bring fossils back to the surface for discovery. Slide 5: The Geologic Time Scale Deep Time: Understanding the Earth's 4.6-billion-year history. Paleozoic: "Ancient Life" (Invertebrates, fish, early amphibians). "Middle Life" (The Age of Reptiles/Dinosaurs). "Recent Life" (The Age of Mammals). Mass Extinctions: Major turning points that reshaped biodiversity. Slide 6: Modern Techniques in Paleontology High-Res Imaging: Using CT scans to see inside fossils without damaging them. Biochemistry: Analyzing ancient DNA and proteins. 3D Modeling: Digital reconstruction of movement and biomechanics. Paleoclimatology:

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Asks biological questions about extinct organisms' behavior and evolution. How geological forces bring fossils back to the

It bridges the gap between the physical Earth and the history of life. "Middle Life" (The Age of Reptiles/Dinosaurs)