The Age of Fossils Can Be Determined by Radiometric Dating

question 23

Multiple Choice

The age of fossils can be determined by radiometric dating. Match the following terms with the best descriptions. Note that all options may not be used.
-This isotope remains stable.

• A)¹²C
• B)¹⁴C
• C)5730 years
• D)¹⁴C to ¹²C ratio
• E)half-life
• F)decay

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