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Fossils of diatoms, foraminifera, ferns and mollusks
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Fossils of diatoms, foraminifera, ferns and mollusks
Fossils of diatoms, foraminifera, ferns and mollusks.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886
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Ammonite Cephalopod Chalk Dradolphkenngott Foraminifera Geology Gotthilfheinrichvonschubert Mineral Mineralogy Mollusk Naturalhistory Seaweed Diatoms
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This stunning chromolithograph, titled "Geology and Paleontology" from the Natural History section of Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's work, published by Dr. Fr. Rolles in Munich in 1886, showcases an exquisite collection of fossils. The image includes various forms of marine life that once inhabited Earth's ancient seas. At the forefront, diatoms, microscopic algae with intricately beautiful silica shells, are depicted in various shapes and sizes. Nearby, foraminifera, single-celled organisms with shells made of calcium carbonate, add texture and depth to the image. Among the terrestrial flora, ferns are prominently displayed, their fossilized fronds a testament to the Earth's rich botanical history. The presence of conifer trees and Araucaria toucassi, an extinct species of monkey puzzle tree, adds to the diverse landscape. Marine life is well-represented with various mollusks, such as the sea urchin, Goniopygus major, and the caprina adversa. Other invertebrates, like the ammonite, cephalopod, Ancyloceras matheronanum, and Spondylus spinosus, are also featured. The mineral chalk, a sedimentary rock composed primarily of the calcium carbonate fossilized remains of microscopic organisms, serves as the backdrop for this fascinating assemblage. The intricate details of each fossil, captured through the art of chromolithography, offer a glimpse into Earth's history and the diverse life forms that once thrived on our planet.
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