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Which of the following is a characteristic of an index fossil?

A.
The fossil is found only in an isolated part of the world.
B.
The fossil organism must have lived during a long span of Earth's history.
C.
The fossil must be found in great numbers.
D.
The fossil must look like many other fossils.

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Answer:

the answer is c

Explanation: index fossils has to be found in great numbers to be considered one.

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Answer:

C

Explanation: because Index fossils Have to found in a lot of places but in one time period.

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