Multiple Choice
The half-life of an isotope is the
A) time a fixed fraction of isotope material will take to change from one form to another.
B) age over which the isotope is useful for dating rocks.
C) ratio of one isotope species to another in a sample of organic matter.
D) Both a and b
E) None of the above
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q36: The time in which half of a
Q37: Which of the following statements about the
Q39: The mass extinction responsible for the demise
Q40: Mountain ranges are ultimately the result of<br>A)
Q42: The first flying animals were _, which
Q43: The largest mass extinction event occurred at
Q44: The layers of rocks, also known as
Q46: Abnormally high concentrations of _ have been
Q172: Larger single-celled organisms require a higher oxygen
Q177: Scientists believe that if there are no