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My Book Of Fossils

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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2022-02-17

My Book Of Fossils written by DK and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-02-17 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Unearth the treasures from the prehistoric world beneath your feet. From glittering ammonites to razor-sharp dinosaur claws and delicate leaf impressions, uncover our world's primeval past through the incredible fossils left behind. Arranged into plants and animals, there are profiles of 50 key fossils, including well-loved favourites, such as Triceratops, and more curious remains, such as fossil fish teeth. Learn all about how fossils form, where they are found, and how ancient animals are reconstructed. Filled with facts and containing recently discovered species, this ebook will help even the biggest fossil fans learn something new. Stunning photographs can be studied in detail, while pronunciation guides help with tricky names, and a visual index provides a quick overview of all the key species in the book. My Book of Fossils is an engrossing children's ebook about fossils and dinosaurs, and is sure to be a hit with fact-obsessed young enthusiasts of all things prehistoric.

Trace Fossils

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Author : William Miller III
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2011-10-13

Trace Fossils written by William Miller III and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-13 with Science categories.

This book serves as an up-to-date introduction, as well as overview to modern trace fossil research and covers nearly all of the essential aspects of modern ichnology. Divided into three section, Trace Fossils covers the historical background and concepts of ichnology, on-going research problems, and indications about the possible future growth of the discipline and potential connections to other fields. This work is intended for a broad audience of geological and biological scientists. Workers new to the field could get a sense of the main concepts of ichnology and a clear idea of how trace fossil research is conducted. Scientists in related disciplines could find potential uses for trace fossils in their fields. And, established workers could use the book to check on the progress of their particular brand of ichnology. By design, there is something here for novice and veteran, insider and outsider, and for the biologically-oriented workers and for the sedimentary geologists.* Presents a review of the state of ichnology at the beginning of the 21st Century* Summarizes the basic concepts and methods of modern trace fossil research* Discusses crucial background information about the history of trace fossil research, the main concepts of ichnology, examples of current problems and future directions, and the potential connections to other disciplines within both biology and geology

The Story Of Life In 25 Fossils

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Author : Donald R. Prothero
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2015-08-25

The Story Of Life In 25 Fossils written by Donald R. Prothero and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-25 with Science categories.

Every fossil tells a story. Best-selling paleontology author Donald R. Prothero describes twenty-five famous, beautifully preserved fossils in a gripping scientific history of life on Earth. Recounting the adventures behind the discovery of these objects and fully interpreting their significance within the larger fossil record, Prothero creates a riveting history of life on our planet. The twenty-five fossils portrayed in this book catch animals in their evolutionary splendor as they transition from one kind of organism to another. We witness extinct plants and animals of microscopic and immense size and thrilling diversity. We learn about fantastic land and sea creatures that have no match in nature today. Along the way, we encounter such fascinating fossils as the earliest trilobite, Olenellus; the giant shark Carcharocles; the "fishibian" Tiktaalik; the "Frogamander" and the "Turtle on the Half-Shell"; enormous marine reptiles and the biggest dinosaurs known; the first bird, Archaeopteryx; the walking whale Ambulocetus; the gigantic hornless rhinoceros Paraceratherium, the largest land mammal that ever lived; and the Australopithecus nicknamed "Lucy," the oldest human skeleton. We meet the scientists and adventurers who pioneered paleontology and learn about the larger intellectual and social contexts in which their discoveries were made. Finally, we find out where to see these splendid fossils in the world's great museums. Ideal for all who love prehistoric landscapes and delight in the history of science, this book makes a treasured addition to any bookshelf, stoking curiosity in the evolution of life on Earth.

The Fossil Book

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Author : Gary E. Parker
language : en
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Release Date : 2005

The Fossil Book written by Gary E. Parker and has been published by New Leaf Publishing Group this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Fossils have fascinated humans for centuries. From the smallest diatoms to the largest dinosaurs, finding a fossil is an exciting and rewarding experience. But where did they come from, and how long have they been around? These and many other questions are answered in this remarkable book.

Curious About Fossils

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Author : Kate Waters
language : en
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Release Date : 2016-03-01

Curious About Fossils written by Kate Waters and has been published by National Geographic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-03-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Dig into this photo-packed Penguin-Smithsonian book about fossils—and find out what was going on in our world. Aren't you curious about what Earth was like long ago? What creatures lived before us? What happened to the dinosaurs? Curious about Fossils explains why and where fossils form and looks at the colorful lives and important discoveries of some of the great early fossil hunters and collectors, including Mary Anning who unearthed the first ichthyosaur skeleton; Richard Owen who coined the word dinosaur; and Barnum Brown, who discovered the first remains of a T-rex. Then the adventure continues into modern times, where scientists on fossil hunts in places like North Dakota's Hell Creek Formation use computers and other technology to dig up the fossilized bones, teeth, and even poop that provide clues to the past. A must read for every kid who's ever collected a shark tooth or trilobite!

Fossils

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Author : Niles Eldredge
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991

Fossils written by Niles Eldredge and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Nature categories.

Chronicles the history of life on Earth as told through the fossil record, discussing adaptation, the origin of species, human evolution, fossil relationships to modern animals, extinction, and macroevolution, and presents approximately one hundred color fossil photos.

Fossils A Very Short Introduction

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Author : Keith Thomson
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2005-10-13

Fossils A Very Short Introduction written by Keith Thomson and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-10-13 with Nature categories.

Fossils have been vital to our understanding of the formation of the Earth and the origins of life on it. Keith Thomson presents an explanation of fossils as a phenomenon, highlighting their impact on mythology, philosophy and popular culture.

Figuring Out Fossils

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Author : Sally M. Walker
language : en
Publisher: LernerClassroom
Release Date : 2013-01-01

Figuring Out Fossils written by Sally M. Walker and has been published by LernerClassroom this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Fossils give us a window to the past. Water, sediments, and pressure work together over time to preserve the shape of things that lived long ago. Studying these ancient plants and animals tells us more about our own existence. Have you ever searched for fossils? Unearth some in this book.

The Fossil Book

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Author : Patricia Vickers Rich
language : en
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Release Date : 2020-01-15

The Fossil Book written by Patricia Vickers Rich and has been published by Courier Dover Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-15 with Science categories.

Expanded edition of definitive guide for professionals and amateurs presents valuable information about finding, preserving, and studying fossils. Over 1,500 drawings and photographs. "Readable . . . and remarkably comprehensive." — Chicago Sunday Tribune.

Florida S Fossils

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Author : Robin C. Brown
language : en
Publisher: Pineapple Press Inc
Release Date : 2008

Florida S Fossils written by Robin C. Brown and has been published by Pineapple Press Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Nature categories.

How and where to hunt fossils, and the history of these Florida treasures.