Paleontologists Certification Application
Name _______________________ and ________________________
Teacher _____________________
You would like to become a certified paleontologist. First you must complete the online
certification course! Use the
Paleontologists Certification link on your teacher’s web page to find the
answers to the following questions. Read
the question carefully before clicking on each link so you know what you are
looking for!
1. What is a fossil? _________________________________________
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2. How are fossils formed? ___________________________________
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3. Where can you find
fossils?
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4. What is the official Georgia
state fossil? _______________________
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5. Match the fossils with the
living things by placing the correct letter next to the numbers below. Make sure to check your answers when you are
finished!
1. _____ 2. _____
3. _____ 4.
_____ 5. _____
Congratulations! You are now certified paleontologists! Turn in your completed application to receive your certificates!