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| Paleontologists can learn about prehistoric life by studying the remains of ancient insects, such as this midge fly, trapped in tree resin when they were alive. The resin eventually hardens and fossilizes into amber. Occasionally whole organisms are preserved in this manner. | ||||||
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| John Koivula/Photo Researchers, Inc. | ||||||
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| Evolution; Fossil | ||||||
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