How Old Are the Oldest Rocks Now Found on Earth's

question 33

Multiple Choice

How old are the oldest rocks now found on Earth's surface?

• A)0.5 billion years
• B)4.0 billion years
• C)2.5 billion years
• D)4.5 billion years

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