It used to live in the southwestern United States. When it died, minerals replaced the wood fibers inside of it. What is it?

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I saw many of those in the Petrified Forest National Park, when I visited the Southwest many many years ago.
pine tree
a furry
petrified wood
Yes, that's correct! Petrified wood is an ancient fossilized wood that has been replaced by minerals over time. It is commonly found in the southwestern United States, including the Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona.