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ERIC Number: EJ322723
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Radioactive Dating: A Method for Geochronology.
Rowe, M. W.
Journal of Chemical Education, v62 n7 p580-84 Jul 1985
Gives historical background on the discovery of natural radiation and discusses various techniques for using knowledge of radiochemistry in geochronological studies. Indicates that of these radioactive techniques, Potassium-40/Argon-40 dating is used most often. (JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Geology, Higher Education, Laboratory Procedures, Radiation, Science Education, Science History
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Radioactive Dating