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The dating game.

Authors :
Webb, Richard
Source :
New Scientist. 10/8/2011, Vol. 212 Issue 2833, p48-48. 1p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

In this article the author discusses various methods that scientists use to determine the age of the universe, including the age of Earth's solar system. Topics include an overview of how astronomers from the U.S. National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) determined the age of the universe, how radiometric dating is performed, and a method for dating rocks, called uranium-lead dating.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
212
Issue :
2833
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
66712051