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What is the physical method of determining of age of fossils ?

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To determine the age of fossils, scientists use two main physical methods: Absolute Dating and Relative Dating. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of each method: ### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding Absolute Dating**: - Absolute dating provides a specific age or date range for fossils. - It involves the use of radioactive isotopes, which are unstable atoms that decay at a constant rate over time. ...
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