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Principles of Paleontology and the Fossil Record

Introduction to Paleontology → Paleoenvironments and Paleoecology

This learning path introduces high school students to the fundamental principles of paleontology, covering how fossils form, how they are used to interpret Earth's history, and the major patterns in the evolution of life. Learners will explore key concepts such as fossilization, index fossils, evolutionary change, mass extinctions, and paleoenvironments, building a solid foundation for understanding the history of life on Earth.