Why are most fossils found close to bodies of water?

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Biology

Madisyn Keith

20 March, 16:41

Why are most fossils found close to bodies of water?

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Ava Daniel · Answer 1

Most fossils are found in sedimentary rocks, those rocks produced by the accumulation of sediment such as sand or mud. Wind and other weathering conditions wash away sediment on land, depositing it in bodies of water. For this reason, fossils of sea creatures are more common than those of land creatures.

Sherlyn Conley · Answer 2

Most fossils are found in sedimentary rocks, those rocks produced by the accumulation of sediment such as sand or mud. Wind and other weathering conditions wash away sediment on land, depositing it in bodies of water. For this reason, fossils of sea creatures are more common than those of land creatures.