Which Radioactive-Isotope-Decay Schemes Would Be Optimal for Determining the Age

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which radioactive-isotope-decay schemes would be optimal for determining the age of wood and bone?

• A) Carbon 14 method
• B) Potassium Argon method
• C) Uranium Lead method
• D) Rubidium Strontium method

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