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Radiocarbon Dating
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Radiocarbon dating is a method used to determine the age of organic materials by measuring the decay of carbon-14 isotopes.
Key Features
- Accurate dating method for organic materials
- Used in archaeology, geology, and other scientific fields
- Relies on the decay of carbon-14 isotopes over time
Pros
- Provides accurate dates for archaeological artifacts and samples
- Helps scientists understand the timeline of human history and environmental changes
- Widely accepted and trusted method in scientific community
Cons
- Limited to dating materials up to around 50,000 years old
- Requires calibration to account for fluctuations in Earth's magnetic field