C6L1 fossils and evolution Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Rocks & Minerals has 10 clues. Answers range from 6 to 18 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

naturally preserved remain, imprints, or traces of past life
natural breaking down of dead organisms by fungi, bacteria, insects, and worms
scientists who studies fossils
minerals replaced by all or part of the organism - details are preserved
thin film remains decomposition of other elements showing image of organism
when hard parts are dissolved and then replaced by minerals
water carrying dissolved minerals seeps into the empty space of a mold and these harden into the shape
hollow area shape(imprint) of the organism
preserve remains with no change
provides evidence of activities of an organism