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CSI: Cretaceous Science Investigation

Step into the world of dinosaurs with CSI: Cretaceous Science Investigation! Become a dino detective and discover how fossils are formed, learn about Earth’s history, and explore amazing dinosaurs that lived in Texas long ago. You’ll even learn about the official state dinosaur of Texas. Get ready to dig into the past, discover secrets from millions of years ago and solve the Cretaceous mystery!

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HCR 16

HCR 16, 81st R.S. (2009), designating Paluxysaurus jonesi as the official Lone Star State Dinosaur, replacing Brachiosaur Sauropod, Pleurocoelus.

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Engagement 4: Solve the Cretaceous Mystery!

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It's time to put your skills to the test in this Escape Room and uncover the 112-million-year-old mystery!

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The Official State Dinosaur of Texas

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Paluxysaurus jonesi on display at the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History

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Engagement 3: Saruoposeidon vs. Paluxysaurus

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Use the annotation tools to compare and contrast the sauropod dinosaurs! You can draw or add a text box. The Sauropod Giants information is attached under "Additional Resources" if you need to refer back to it.

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Sauropod Giants

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There is an ongoing scientific debate about whether Paluxysaurus jonesi and Sauroposeidon proteles are separate species. Some paleontologists suggest that Paluxysaurus could be synonymous with Sauroposeidon . What does synonymous mean? Two or more of the same thing with no significant minor differences. Synonymous species would refer to the same species known by two different names. Let's do a little research and let you decide on your own opinion!

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Engagement 2: The Past & Present of the Lonestar State

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Use the annotation tools to answer the reflection questions.

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Engagement 1: Match that Fossil

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Use the textbox or paint annotation tools to identify each definition or example as either: (P) Permineralization (I) Imprint (A) Amber The Types of Fossils slides are linked below for you, to review the information if needed.

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How are Fossils Formed?

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Fossils can form in a few different ways including: permineralization, amber and imprints. These fascinating treasures are like nature's time capsules! Scroll through to learn more about these different processes.

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Geologic Map of Texas

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Paleontologists have been able to find evidence of many different dinosaur species in the state of Texas, including the official state dinosaur, Paluxysaurus jonesi. These dinosaur species range from small to gigantic and from quieter plant eaters (herbivores) to the most ferocious meat eaters (carnivores). Evidence has been found different locations in the Lone Star State. Explore the hotspots to learn more about what paleontologists have discovered at these sites!

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Geological Timeline: The Cretaceous Period

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A Not So Brief History of Earth, Fort Worth Museum of Science & History. There is also a PDF of this under "Additional Resources" if you'd like to pull it up for easier reading.

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Background Knowledge: Dino Detective

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Dr. Louis Jacobs and Dr. Bonnie Jacobs lecture to a group of SMU students, Jones Ranch excavation site. Hood County, Texas, 1998.

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