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Describe the disadvantages and advantages of using this element for dating.

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Answer:Each method of dating has constraints around its use and effectiveness. Not all methods are well-suited for each situation – and sometimes it is just not possible to use a particular dating method.

Examples of some of the constraints of using a dating method include:

the size of the sample

the type of sample

contamination of the sample

the type of associated geo-archaeological materials

the need to minimise destructive testing

the chronologies involved

Step-by-step explanation:

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