Fossils in the deepest layers of sedimentary rocks are typically ____ compared to fossils in the more shallow layers.
A) relatively large and fragile
B) those that resemble living organisms
C) those that resemble dinosaurs
D) larger and more complex
E) relatively small and simple

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Fossils found in the deepest layers of sedimentary rocks are typically older and represent life forms from earlier periods in Earth's history, which were generally smaller and simpler in structure compared to more recent life forms found in shallower layers.

Fossils in the Deepest Layers of Sedimentary Rocks Are Typically