Which type of absolute dating method would be best for a rock layer believed to be millions of years old? answers: A. Carbon-14 B. Potassium-Argon C. Chlorine dating D. Isotope 51

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Which type of absolute dating method would be best for a rock layer believed to be millions of years old?

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A. Carbon-14
B. Potassium-Argon
C. Chlorine dating
D. Isotope 51

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D. Isotope 51

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I think D, Isotope 51

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