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The branch of science that deals with the study of fossils is called .

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morphology
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physiology
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paleontology
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evolution
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The correct option is C paleontology
Palaeontology is the branch of science that deals with the study of fossils. Palaeontological evidence plays a crucial role in evolutionary studies. Other sources of evolutionary evidence can be obtained from morphology, anatomy, genetics, biogeographical distribution and physiology.

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