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A fossil is a window into the history of our world, providing clues about plants and animals that lived thousands or millions of years ago. And because fossils are fairly easy to find, many kids and grownups enjoy the sleuthing that amateur palenotology (the study of ancient life) offers. [Editor’s Note: An updated version of this topic can be found here: Fossils<\/a>]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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