
Absolute Dating
AKA. RADIOMETRIC DATING
We can learn about the past by studying the present.
The Principle of Uniformitarianism states that current geological processes are the same processes that were at work in the past. This principle was proposed by Charles Lyell in the 1800's
Absolute Dating
Involves finding the absolute age (actual age) of a rock or fossil.
Elements that emit particles and energy are radioactive.
As radioactive elements emit particles and energy, they form new isotopes or elements.
Answer:
Shadows are made by blocking light. Light rays travel from a source in straight lines. If an opaque (solid) object gets in the way, it stops light rays from traveling through it. This results in an area of darkness appearing behind the object. The dark area is called a shadow
Answer:
Option c (
) is the correct alternative.
Explanation:
Given:
Common ancestor,
= 50 million years ago
Base differences,
= 92
Now,
The predicted mutation rate will be:
= 
= 
= 
or,
= 
Thus the above solution is the right one.