idk Flashcards
1
Q
Numerical Dating (absolute):
A
the specific number of
years since the geologic event
2
Q
Geochronology
A
ratio between parent and daughter
isotopes in a rock is used to determine its
numerical age
3
Q
the sequence of
geologic events
The Hermit Shale is older than the
Coconino Sandstone
A
Relative Dating
4
Q
Parent
A
unstable radioactive isotope
5
Q
Daughter product
A
isotopes from
the decay of a parent
6
Q
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