Question

    Which dating method is commonly used to determine the age of materials from prehistoric times?

    A Radium Dating Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Uranium Dating Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Carbon Dating Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Deuterium Dating Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Carbon dating, also known as radiocarbon dating, is a widely used method for determining the age of archaeological specimens, particularly those containing organic material. It measures the decay of carbon-14, a radioactive isotope, to estimate the time since the organism was alive.

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