Question

The use of radioisotopes to determine the age of ancient artifacts is an example of a physical science technique being applied to which other field?

• A. Geology and paleontology
• B. Forensic science
• C. Art history and conservation
• D. Anthropology and archaeology

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Anthropology and archaeology

• This technique, known as carbon dating, is a tool from physical science (specifically, nuclear physics) that is used extensively in archaeology and anthropology to date artifacts and fossils.