Question

There is a lot of talk about gaps in the fossil record. This means that we do not necessarily have fossils for every organism that has ever lived. What do you think could account for these gaps in the fossil record?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

The rate decomposition of dead remains, to a large extent, determines whether there would be fossils left of the organism after it has been long gone or become extinct. Environmental factors (such as harsh weather condition and early insect invasion of dead remains) could increase the rate of decomposition of dead remains which could really make it difficult for fossils to be available for such organisms under these factors (especially if the organism is restricted to a particular region by nature) .