Fossil Discoveries: Ichthyosaurs Quiz
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What did Justin and Ruby initially find on the beach?

  • A large fossilized bone
  • A four-inch oval fossil (correct)
  • A complete ichthyosaur skeleton
  • A collection of Triassic-era fish fossils

    • What period do ichthyosaurs belong to, according to the text?

  • Permian
  • Cretaceous
  • Triassic and Jurassic (correct)
  • Devonian

    • What is the significance of Ruby's discovery in the text?

  • It helped to date the fossils found in the area.
  • It was the first fossil found in the area.
  • It led to the identification of a new ichthyosaur species.
  • It confirmed the presence of ichthyosaurs in the area. (correct)

    • Who did Justin contact to confirm his hypothesis about the fossils?

    <p>Dr. Dean Lomax, a marine reptile expert (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason the discovery of Justin and Ruby is considered significant, according to the text?

    <p>It was a rare instance of amateur paleontologists uncovering important finds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated total length of the newly discovered Ichthyotitan severnensis?

    <p>24 m (B), 80 feet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of Dr. Lomax's team in the discovery?

    <p>Finding and reconstructing fossil pieces (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the species name Ichthyotitan severnensis?

    <p>Gigantic fish lizard of the Severn (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Ruby's discovery of the ichthyosaur bone fragment?

    <p>It provided evidence for the existence of a new species of ichthyosaur. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these people contribute to the scientific research about Ichthyotitan severnensis?

    <p>Justin and Ruby (A), Dr. Lomax and the Reynold (B), The team who reconstructed the lower jaw (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Ichthyosaur

    A marine reptile that lived during the Triassic and Jurassic periods.

    Triassic Period

    The first period of the Mesozoic Era, lasting from 251 to 201 million years ago.

    Found fossils

    Fossils found on Blue Anchor Beach, indicating marine reptile presence.

    Amateur paleontologists

    Individuals who study fossils and prehistoric life as a hobby, not professionally.

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    Marine reptile expert

    A specialist who studies ancient marine reptiles, like Dr. Dean Lomax.

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    Ichthyotitan severnensis

    A newly classified species of ichthyosaur meaning 'giant fish lizard of the Severn.'

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    Fossil discovery impact

    Dr. Lomax's team discovered a significant ichthyosaur fossil that reshaped our understanding of marine reptiles.

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    Total length of ichthyosaur

    The estimated total length of the new ichthyosaur specimen is 80 feet (24 m).

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    Role of young fossil hunters

    Young people, like Ruby, can significantly contribute to science by exploring and discovering fossils.

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