
How Carbon-14 Dating Works
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The Nuances of Carbon-14 Dating
This chapter explores the intricacies and assumptions behind archaeological dating, with a focus on carbon-14 methodologies. It discusses the impact of early miscalculations and environmental factors on the reliability of radiocarbon dating, as well as the complementary role of tree ring analysis in enhancing accuracy. Highlighting various dating methods, it underscores the challenges faced by researchers in achieving precise timelines for historical artifacts.
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