A geologist finds a large rock containing a fern fossil. This kind of fern grew on land in hot, moist climates.

What does this tell the geologist about the area at the time the rock was formed?

Responses

The area was covered by an ocean.

The area was covered by an ocean.

The area was snowy and cold.

The area was snowy and cold.

The area was hot and tropical.

The area was hot and tropical.

The area was muddy and wet.