palaeobotany

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palaeobotany The branch of palaeontology concerned with the study of plants through geological time, as revealed by their fossil remains (see also palynology). It overlaps with other aspects of plant study, including anatomy, ecology, evolution, and taxonomy.

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palaeobotany Study of ancient plants and pollen that have been preserved by carbonization, waterlogging or freezing. Some plants have been preserved almost intact in frozen soils and in amber.

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palaeobotany The study of fossil plants.

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palaeobotany The study of fossil plants.

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palaeobotany The study of fossil plants.

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