The work of a palaeontologist

Introduction

Find out about the work of a palaeontologist.

dinosaur skull

Fossil skull

Explore

Explore the following resource, Robert Jones Masterclass. Now practise being a palaeontologist with this Virtual dig and fossil jigsaw.

Your task

Choose one of the tasks to present information under the following headings.

  • The work of a palaeontologist

  • How fossils are formed

  • The tools of a palaeontologist

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Create a brochure using Microsoft Word or Publisher brochure templates.

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Use Microsoft OneNote to present information to the class.

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