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rlane42

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The process by which geologists identify and match sedimentary strata and other rocks of the same ages in different areas is ________.
 
  A) paleomagnetism
  B) extrapolation
  C) correlation
  D) interpolation

Question 2

The amount of time it takes for half of the remaining radioactive isotopes to decay is the ________ of an isotope system.
 
  A) electron capture
  B) beta emission
  C) half-life
  D) alpha emission



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C



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