Radioactive isotopes contained by older sediment layers are?
Correct answer: C. Less than the younger sediment layer
- A. Zero
- B. Equal to the younger sediment layer
- C. Less than the younger sediment layer
- D. Greater than the younger sediment layer
Explanation
Radioactive decay decreases the number of isotopes in older layers compared to younger ones.
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