by Gelogia Team | Feb 24, 2025 | Paleontology
Suture: The suture is the position on the surface of the test where the septa join the wall of the test. With reference to the surface of the test, the sutures can either be depressed, lie in the same plane, or above the surface of the test. Thickened sutures are...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 23, 2025 | Paleontology
The Ecological Factors of Foraminifera: The ecological factors that control the distribution of foraminifera in marine environments are: Food: Foraminifera plays a prominent role in marine ecosystems as micro omnivores. They feed on- (a) Protozoa, (b) algae,...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 22, 2025 | Paleontology
Foraminifera are tiny, single-celled organisms with intricate shells called tests, made of calcium carbonate or agglutinated particles. These marine microorganisms are essential in geology and environmental science, helping date rock layers, track climate changes, and...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 21, 2025 | Paleontology
The classification of fossils follows Linnaeus’ binomial nomenclature, using genus and species names. Fossils are organized into seven taxonomic ranks, from kingdom to species, allowing scientists to study ancient life forms systematically. The system used in...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 21, 2025 | Paleontology
Microfossils are tiny fossils (0.001 mm to 1 mm) studied under a microscope. Found in marine and terrestrial environments, they help in biostratigraphy, paleoenvironmental analysis, and petroleum exploration, providing key insights into Earth’s history, climate,...
