We back a dinosaur's story. How can we know if the story is accurate?
Scientists also study modern animals that are related to dinosaurs in some way. For example, birds are considered descendants of dinosaurs. By looking at the behavior, anatomy, and genetics of birds, we can make inferences about dinosaurs. We can assume that some behaviors or physical features that are common in birds might have had their origins in dinosaurs. This helps in validating the story about dinosaurs.
Another way is to study the geological layers where the fossils are found. Different layers represent different time periods. So, if we find a dinosaur fossil in a particular layer, we can compare it with what we know about that era's environment and other species. Also, scientific research methods like carbon dating can help determine the age of the fossils and thus support the accuracy of the story.
We can look at fossils. Fossils are like the time capsules that give us clues about dinosaurs. By studying the bones, we can figure out their size, shape, and even how they moved.
