Question

reviewing fossil evidence
which statements accurately describe the evidence that scientists gather using fossils? check all that apply.
the fossil record can be used to date rocks.
living things with many cells have always lived on earth.
simple organisms are found only in young rocks.
geologists study ancient remains of plants and animals.
scientists can figure out what ancient living things ate.
pollen and seeds help provide clues about ancient climates.

Explanation:

• Fossil record can be used for rock - dating as different fossils are found in different rock layers corresponding to different time periods. Geologists study fossils which are ancient remains of plants and animals. By analyzing fossilized remains, scientists can infer the diet of ancient organisms. Pollen and seeds in fossils can give clues about ancient climates as different plants thrive in different climate conditions. There is no evidence that multi - celled living things have always lived on Earth as life evolved over time. Simple organisms are not only found in young rocks; they were present in early Earth's history and their fossils can be in older rocks too.

Answer:

• The fossil record can be used to date rocks.
• Geologists study ancient remains of plants and animals.
• Scientists can figure out what ancient living things ate.
• Pollen and seeds help provide clues about ancient climates.