taphonomy
Definition
noun. the study of how organisms decay and become fossilized.
Example Sentence
Russian scientist Ivan Efremov introduced the word taphonomy to paleontology.
More Example Sentences
Scientists study taphonomy to learn about fossils.
Synonyms
fossilization study; decay science; burial analysis
Antonyms
study of living organisms
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