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Which of the following terms describe the process that is used to determine the age of an object by measuring the amount of a certain radioisotope remaining in that object?
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The general term is "radiometric dating. If the isotope is carbon, then it is "carbon dating"
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What is the origin of the band Wilco?
Wilco is an American alternative rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band was formed in 1994 by the remaining members of alternative country group Uncle Tupelo following singer Jay Farrar's departure. Wilco's lineup changed frequently during its first decade, with only singer Jeff Tweedy and bassist John Stirratt remaining from the original incarnation.
Are the remaining Ramones still playing?
no
Where is harry James trumpet?
His remaining family have it.
Is there any remaining led zeppelin members?
All but John Bonham are alive
Who is the only remaining original member of the Sugababes?
Keisha , but she has left now so there are none left.
What fraction of a radioisotope is remaining if it undergoes six half-lives?
1 / 26 = 1 / 64.
How is the half-life of a radioisotope similar to a sporting tournament in which the losing team is eliminated?
A half-life of a radioisotope is similar to a sporting tournament in which the losing team is eliminated in that after each round of Tennis Grand Slam, half of the players are eliminated than half of the remaining players are eliminated until the player who wins the title, in the same way the half-life of the radioisotope 's life is divided in to half until it gets stable.
Why is it unnecessary to determine the pH of the remaining acid base solubility tests?
it is unnecessary to determine the pH of the remaining acid-bace solubility tests because it has been confirmed of its property either it is a base or an acid =>
Radioactive dating of rock samples is a method?
used to determine the age of rocks and minerals by measuring the abundance of certain radioactive isotopes within them. This method relies on the fact that radioactive isotopes decay at a known rate over time. By measuring the ratio of parent isotopes to daughter isotopes, scientists can calculate how long it has been since the rock or mineral formed.
Effects of influenza?
Effectiveness is difficult to determine due to much of the data remaining unpublished.
How many teams in March MAdness?
Since 2011 there are 68 teams that qualify to play in March Madness. The first round consists of four games and eight teams playing to determine the remaining 64 teams which play in the following five rounds. The last or seventh round known as The Finals is played by the remaining two teams.
What was the spoils?
articles of value remaining following war or invasion by an unfriendly party
Which mathematical operation should be used to determine the remaining distance?
[Total distance] minus(Distance travelled]
How was gods presence made known to his people during their journey to the promised land?
by a huge cloud hanging over them and following them where ever they went and remaining where ever they stayed
How can you calculate a refund using rule of anticipation?
refunds using this method are figured using the following formula: remaining balance on loan / 100 x rate for remaining term.
Does carbon dating use nuclear fusion?
No, carbon dating does not use nuclear fusion. Carbon dating is a method used to determine the age of organic materials by measuring the remaining levels of a radioactive isotope called carbon-14. This process involves the decay of carbon-14, not nuclear fusion.
Following deforestation of tropical forest the remaining soil is a nutrient poor because?
it's mostly sand
