The Calibration Curve Has Resulted From

question 33

Multiple Choice

The calibration curve has resulted from:

• A) an analysis of the fusion sequence of cranial plates in various human populations
• B) a comparison of radiocarbon and dendrochronology dates
• C) a comparison of radiocarbon and potassium/argon dates
• D) a comparison of ¹²C and ¹³C in the enamel of ancient teeth

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