Which of the Following Is False Regarding Absolute Dating Techniques

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false regarding absolute dating techniques?

• A)They give geologic age in the form of a number ± some error.
• B)They often rely on the decay of radioactive isotopes.
• C)Each can work with any type of material.
• D)14C and 40K/40Ar are two main methods.

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Definitions:

Schwann Cells

Specialized cells that form the myelin sheath around nerve fibers in the peripheral nervous system, aiding in the rapid transmission of electrical signals.

Oligodendrocytes

A type of glial cell in the central nervous system that produces the myelin sheath, helping to increase the speed at which electrical impulses propagate along nerve cells.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that encases and insulates the axons of many neurons, allowing for faster transmission of electrical signals along the nerve cells.

Astrocytes

Star-shaped glial cells in the brain and spinal cord involved in physical support, repair, and nutrient transport within the central nervous system.