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Shark teeth in Idaho, China, and Russia confused scientists for hundreds of years. A spiral of sharp teeth presented the first clue, but where would they even go on a shark? Learn more about the strange case in a video that is part of a larger playlist. It describes the fossils, the theories, and the new technology that helped settle one mystery.
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Instructional Ideas
- Listen to the song "Whorl Tooth Sharks of Idaho"
- Debate how and what the fish ate based on the new depiction
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of fossils and paleontology
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Answers one question but opens up many more—a great way to pique interest for more learning
- Offers many resources for those wanting to learn more
- Includes subtitles in English for ease of note taking
Cons
- None