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Trace the historical development of paleontology. (I)
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Define the science of taphonomy, and explain its importance to
paleontology. (II)
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Explain the importance of taxonomy in classifying paleontological
specimens. (III)
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Identify and describe the major invertebrate phyla encountered in the
fossil record. (IV)
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Define the science of paleoecology, and explain its importance to
paleontology. (V)
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Define the science of paleobiogeography, and explain its importance t
paleontology. (V)
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Explain why Precambrian fossils are rarely found. (VII)
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Define the science of evolutionary paleobiology, and explain how that
field has contributed to our understanding of the origins of life.
(VIII)
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