In the 19th Century, Geologists Developed the Geologic Time Scale

question 56

Multiple Choice

In the 19th century, geologists developed the geologic time scale using

• A) fossils.
• B) radiometric dating techniques.
• C) absolute ages.
• D) the principle of uniformitarianism.

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