The Precambrian in Alaska, US
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Paleontology and geology
Marine conditions were widespread during the Precambrian of Alaska, although rocks of this age are rare or metamorphosed beyond recognition from their original forms. There is some evidence of rocks that were formed on the margin of a shallow continental shelf and in deep water, as well as rocks formed in related island arcs. Most fossil-bearing rocks date from the Late Proterozoic (650 to 550 million years ago) and yield stromatolites and other cyanobacteria.
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Museums (showing 1 of 1 listings)
University of Alaska Museum of the North--Arctic Dinosaurs and More: This is the principal natural history museum of Alaska and the Arctic. It features collections & exhibits of Arctic dinosaurs, Quaternary mammals, including unequaled mummified remains,Teriary and Mesozoic collections of mollusks.
