cop·ro·lite (k p r -l t )n. Fossilized excrement. cop ro·litic (-l tk) adj. |
coprolite [ˈkɒprəˌlaɪt]
n
(Earth Sciences / Palaeontology) any of various rounded stony nodules thought to be the fossilized faeces of Palaeozic-Cenozoic vertebrates
coprolitic [ˌkɒprəˈlɪtɪk] adj
| coprolite (kpr-lt) Fossilized excrement. Analysis of the fossilized animal and plant remains within coprolites provides important information about the diet and environment of ancient biota. |
coprolite
a small mass of rock composed of the petrified fecal remains of animals.
See also: Geology
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