Top 10 Methods of Fossilization
The following points highlight the top ten methods of fossilization. The methods are: 1. Petrifaction or Premineralization 2. Mold and Cast 3. Carbonization 4. Trace Fossils 5. Coprolites 6. Preservation 7. Compression 8. Natural Molds 9. Mummified Plants 10. Infiltration or Replacement. Method # 1. Petrifaction or Premineralization: Rock like minerals seep in slowly and replace the original organic tissue.Silica [...]