Paleontology

Definition of Paleontology as it relates to Science, Life Science, Microbiology

Paleontology, as a branch of Microbiology within Life Science and Science, focuses on the study of ancient organisms and their interactions with each other and their environments, often through the examination of fossils. It encompasses various subdisciplines such as invertebrate paleontology, vertebrate paleontology, micropaleontology, and paleobotany. Researchers in this field use a range of techniques, including comparative anatomy, molecular systematics, and mathematical modeling, to understand the evolutionary history of life on Earth. In doing so, they contribute to our understanding of the mechanisms that drive biological diversity and inform broader scientific debates about the nature of life and its origins.

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University of California Museum of Paleontology
Paleontology and Geology of Missouri - St Louis Missouri - Fossils
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