Answer to Question #241822 in Evolution for Cindy

Question

The geology of the most cave systems explains to us how fossilization occurred in the area, elaborate how this occurred.

Answer 1

Fossils are formed in different ways, but most are formed when a plant or animal dies in a watery environment and is buried in mud and silt. Soft tissues quickly decompose leaving the hard bones or shells behind. Over time sediment builds over the top and hardens into rock.