Paleontology is the scientific study of prehistoric life through the examination of fossils, which are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms.
This discipline explores the Earth’s history by analyzing plant and animal fossils to reconstruct past ecosystems, understand evolutionary processes, and determine the timeline of life on our planet.
Paleontologists utilize various scientific techniques, such as geology and biology, to uncover clues about the diversity, behavior, and extinction of past life forms, contributing valuable insights into the Earth’s geological and biological evolution over millions of years.
