Question

What types of rock can be dated using the radiometric dating method? Select all that apply.

A. igneous basalt
B. igneous granite
C. sedimentary
D. metamorphic

Answer 1

C

Sedimentary rocks can be dated using radioactive carbon, but because carbon decays relatively quickly, this only works for rocks younger than about 50 thousand years

Answer 2

igneous granite, igneous basalt, metamorphic rock

Step-by-step explanation:

just submitted and got it right. in a section it says, "igneous and metamorphic rocks can be dated radiometrically. however, sedimentary rocks cannot."

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