Fossils

Museum Number: 837
Object Name: Fossils
Physical Description: 2 large fossil shells, one grey, one brownish, snail-shell-like; known as "devil's toe-nails".

QUESTIONS

Why in the past did people think that fossils like these were connected with the Devil?
How does our belief in evolution change the way we understand these objects compared to people in the past?
Do you think that religious views about the creation of the universe or life should be taught alongside scientific theories?
How do you feel about this object?
What might these fossils have been used for?
Why did people in the past believe these objects possessed magical powers?

HAVE A LOOK AT THESE LINKS TO FIND OUT MORE:

Have a look at these links to find out more:

http://www.academia.edu/1727066/Fossils_as_Medicines

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/8526161/Creationism-banned-from-free-schools.html

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