Nature's clocks: how scientists measure the age of almost everything
Sciences et technologies, Environnement, Nature, Physique
Braille avec transcription humaine
Résumé
A geochronologist describes radioactive isotopes as tiny clocks existing in nearly every natural substance--and discusses their use to explore deep time. Traces the development of radiometric dating methods, highlights the scientists involved, and details the resulting discoveries, including the surprising age of four grains of Australian zircon crystal. 2008
Description du titre
ISBN
9780520249752
Éditeur
University of California Press
Année
2008
Cote
5667611
Description de la version braille du CAÉB
Volumes
8
Type de braille
EBAE
Producteur
Braille International, Inc