The History of Life on Earth as Recorded by Fossil

question 45

Multiple Choice

The history of life on Earth as recorded by fossil evidence of one type or another is referred to as

• A) the fossil record.
• B) carbonization.
• C) Lagerstatten.
• D) the law of superposition.

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Definitions:

Hyperextension

A movement that increases the angle between two body parts beyond the normal range of motion, often referring to joints.

Dorsiflexion

The movement that brings the top of the foot toward the shin, decreasing the angle between them.

Abduction

The movement of a limb or other part away from the midline of the body, or from another part.

Condyle

A round prominence at the end of a bone, typically part of a joint where it articulates with another bone.