Investigates the discovery of extensive fossil beds at Koonwarra, Victoria. The beds are estimated to be around 120 million years old. Professor Jim Warren, an expert in fossil research, discusses his work at the beds and demonstrates how much information fossils can give us. Suitable for early secondary levels. Narrated by John Gaden.
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ACMI Identifier
504536
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Koonwarra (Vic.)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Geology
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Science - Study and teaching
History → Science and civilization
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Earth sciences
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Geology
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Paleontology
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science - Study and teaching
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science and civilization
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)