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Pyrit Ammonite Sandblasting with iron powder pyrit fossils from jurassic

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The fascinating world of fossil preparation: A window into the past
Fossils are the remains of long-gone creatures that give us insights into the history of the earth. The preparation, exposure and preservation of these valuable treasures is a meticulous and fascinating job that requires patience, skill and specialist knowledge.
The first step: recovery and transport
The journey of a fossil often begins in remote areas, where paleontologists search for traces of former life. Using hammer and chisel, they carefully recover the fossilized remains from the rock. Transport to the preparator must be carried out carefully to protect the delicate fossils from damage.
In the preparator's laboratory: exposure and preservation
The real work begins in the preparator's laboratory. With the finest precision and various techniques such as preparation needles, air pressure microscopes and chemical processes, the fossil is freed from the surrounding rock. Different methods are used depending on the type of fossil and its preservation.
Different techniques for different fossils
Mechanical preparation: Using fine tools such as dissecting needles and tweezers, the rock is removed piece by piece to reveal the details of the fossil.
Chemical preparation: Acids or alkalis dissolve the rock, while the fossil remains resistant thanks to its chemical composition.
Computed tomography: In some cases, computed tomography is used to examine the internal structure of a fossil without having to destroy it.
Preservation for eternity
Once the fossil is exposed, it must be preserved to protect it from decay. Depending on the material of the fossil, different preservation methods are used, such as impregnation with synthetic resin or embedding in plaster.
A window into the past
Fully prepared fossils are not only beautiful exhibits in museums, but also important research objects. They provide us with valuable information about the evolution of life on Earth, about past climates and environmental conditions.
Fossil preparation is an important part of paleontology and helps unlock the mysteries of the past.
Additional information:
Education: To become a professional fossil preparator, training in paleontology or geology with a specialization in preparation techniques is required.
Job fields: Fossil preparators work in museums, research institutes, universities and commercial preparation laboratories.
Challenges: Working with fossils requires patience, skill and precision. It is important to protect the delicate objects from damage and to use the right technique for each fossil.
Conclusion:
Fossil preparation is a fascinating and important job that gives us insights into the past. By exposing and preserving fossils, preparators help us understand the history of the Earth and the evolution of life.
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Die faszinierende Welt der Fossilienpräparation: Ein Fenster in die Vergangenheit
Fossilien sind die Überreste längst vergangener Lebewesen, die uns Einblicke in die Geschichte der Erde ermöglichen. Die Präparation, die Freilegung und Konservierung dieser wertvollen Schätze, ist eine akribische und faszinierende Arbeit, die Geduld, Geschick und Fachwissen erfordert.
Der erste Schritt: Bergung und Transport
Die Reise eines Fossils beginnt oft in entlegenen Gegenden, wo Paläontologen nach Spuren des einstigen Lebens suchen. Mit Hammer und Meißel bergen sie vorsichtig die versteinerten Überreste aus dem Gestein. Der Transport zum Präparator muss sorgfältig erfolgen, um die empfindlichen Fossilien vor Beschädigung zu bewahren.
Im Labor des Präparators: Freilegung und Konservierung
Im Labor des Präparators beginnt die eigentliche Arbeit. Mit feinster Präzision und verschiedenen Techniken wie Präpariernadeln, Luftdruckmikroskopen und chemischen Verfahren wird das Fossil vom umgebenden Gestein befreit. Je nach Art des Fossils und seiner Erhaltung kommen unterschiedliche Methoden zum Einsatz.
Verschiedene Techniken für unterschiedliche Fossilien
Mechanische Präparation: Mit feinen Werkzeugen wie Präpariernadeln und Pinzetten wird das Gestein Stück für Stück abgetragen, um die Details des Fossils freizulegen.
Chemische Präparation: Säuren oder Laugen lösen das Gestein auf, während das Fossil dank seiner chemischen Zusammensetzung resistent bleibt.
Computertomografie: In einigen Fällen wird eine Computertomografie eingesetzt, um die innere Struktur eines Fossils zu untersuchen, ohne es zerstören zu müssen.
Konservierung für die Ewigkeit
Sobald das Fossil freigelegt ist, muss es konserviert werden, um es vor Zerfall zu schützen. Je nach Material des Fossils kommen unterschiedliche Konservierungsmethoden zum Einsatz, z. B. die Imprägnierung mit Kunstharz oder die Einbettung in Gips.

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@VooV830
@VooV830 2 ай бұрын
Excellent fossil video...☺️👍💯
@fossilien
@fossilien 2 ай бұрын
thanks
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