Question

An “authentic dinosaur bone” is being offered for sale on the Internet. The seller claims that he had it analyzed by scientists who confirmed that it is a dinosaur bone and used carbon dating to determine that it is 400 million years old. Discuss the sellers claims with a partner or in a small group. Should you be suspicious of this bone’s authenticity? Explain.

Answer 1

Answer: It is possible that the seller's claims about the bone being a genuine dinosaur bone and being 400 million years old are true. However, without additional evidence or verification from independent scientists, it is also possible that the bone is not authentic or that the carbon dating results have been manipulated or misinterpreted. It is important to be skeptical and to conduct further research before making a decision about the authenticity of the bone. Additionally, it is important to consider the source of the bone and the seller's reputation and credentials. It would be wise to seek out additional opinions from experts in the field before making a decision about the authenticity of the bone.