Plant Fossils
Plant fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient plants. They can be found in various forms, such as leaves, stems, seeds, and even entire trees. These fossils provide valuable information about the types of vegetation that existed in different geological periods and help scientists understand how plants have evolved over time.
The process of fossilization typically occurs when plant material is buried under sediment and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years. This can lead to the formation of coal, amber, or peat, which are all types of fossilized plant material. Studying plant fossils allows researchers to reconstruct past climates and ecosystems.