After Conducting Stable-Isotope Analysis of an Ice Core You Record

question 12

Multiple Choice

After conducting stable-isotope analysis of an ice core you record a high level of ¹⁸O relative to ¹⁶O at a particular layer.What does this suggest about the climate at this time?

• A)The climate was relatively cold.
• B)The climate was relatively warm.
• C)The climate was relatively dry.
• D)The climate was relatively humid.

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