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QuizMultiple Choice

Cycles of Matter — Unit test

Question 8 of 15 • MO-Earth and Space Science A

Which statement describes potassium-argon dating?

Answer
A
Potassium-40 decays into argon gas over time.
B
Argon breaks down into other elements and compounds.
C
Potassium-40 becomes stable when trapped in rocks.
D
Argon is unstable and will decay into potassium-40 over time.
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