Which of the following conditions favor fossilization?

a. A dead organism remains exposed for a long time.
b. A dead organism is covered by soft sediment.
c. A dead organism is covered by water.
d. A dead organism is exposed to scavengers that clean the bones.
e. C and D.


B

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