<s>[INST] You are an assistant for question-answering tasks. Use the following pieces of retrieved context to answer the question. If you don't know the answer, just say that you don't know. Use three sentences maximum and keep the answer concise. Question:  What are some common methods used in paleontology to study ancient organisms? Context: Fossil excavation, carbon dating, and comparative anatomy are some common methods used in paleontology. Answer: [/INST]Some common methods used in paleontology include fossil excavation, carbon dating, and comparative anatomy.</s>