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vertebrate paleontology

 

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Noun vertebrate paleontology has 1 sense
  1. vertebrate paleontology - the paleontology of vertebrates
    --1 is a kind of
    paleontology, palaeontology, fossilology
    --1 has particulars:
     paleoanthropology, palaeoanthropology, human paleontology, human palaeontology

Definitions from the Web

Term: Vertebrate Paleontology

Definition: Vertebrate paleontology is the scientific study of fossils, specifically the remains of ancient animals that possess a backbone or spinal column, including fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Senses:
  1. Sense 1: Academic Discipline

    Noun: The branch of paleontology that focuses on the study of fossilized remains of vertebrates.

    Sample Sentence: Vertebrate paleontology often involves carefully excavating and analyzing the fossilized bones of ancient creatures.

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  2. Sense 2: Field of Research

    Noun: The research area devoted to investigating and understanding the evolutionary history, behavior, and anatomy of extinct vertebrates.

    Sample Sentence: Vertebrate paleontology offers valuable insights into the evolution of different species and their interactions with the environment.

    Related Products: Paleontological Tools

  3. Sense 3: Expert in the Field

    Noun: A professional or scientist specialized in the study of ancient vertebrates through the analysis of fossilized remains.

    Sample Sentence: Dr. Peterson, a renowned vertebrate paleontologist, made significant discoveries in the fossil record of dinosaurs.

    Related Products: Fossil Replicas

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