Fossil Record - GCSE Biology Definition

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The fossil record is like a history book of life on Earth. It is made up of all the fossils that have been found over time. Fossils are the remains or imprints of plants and animals that lived long ago. By studying these fossils, scientists can learn about how different species looked, lived, and how they have changed over millions of years. The fossil record also helps us understand the order in which living things appeared and evolved on Earth. It's an important tool for learning about the past and how life has developed to become the way it is today.

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