The Radioactive Age of a Rock Is Actually the Length

question 43

Multiple Choice

The radioactive age of a rock is actually the length of time since the material in that rock was last ____.

• A) formed
• B) erupted
• C) concentrated
• D) melted
• E) condensed

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