Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
Which isotope of carbon is used in radiocarbon dating to determine the age of fossils?
ACarbon-12
BCarbon-13
CCarbon-14
DCarbon-16
✓ Correct Answer: C — Carbon-14
Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope that decays over time, allowing scientists to date organic remains.
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