fossilized marine life

Fossilized marine life refers to remains or traces of aquatic organisms like fish, shellfish, and corals that have been preserved in sediment over millions of years. Through processes such as mineralization, organic material is replaced by minerals, turning the organism into stone. These fossils provide valuable insights into past marine environments, ancient biodiversity, and how life on Earth has evolved. Finding fossilized marine life helps scientists understand changes in ocean life, climate shifts, and Earth's geological history over geological time scales.