fossil – n. remains of an animal or plant from the past that are found in rock
algae – n. a simple plant that grows in or near water
sediment – n. a solid substance that forms a later at the bottom of a liquid
descendant – n. someone related to someone who lived a long time ago
biosphere – n. the part of the Earth's environment where life exists
adapt – v. to change for a new purpose or use
conquer – v. to defeat or take control of something