Exploring the Age of the Earth

What do geological formations like rock layers offer valuable clues about?

• Earth's temperature changes

• Earth's magnetic field

• Earth's age

• Earth's atmospheric composition

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Why are fossils crucial for understanding the history of life on Earth?

• To study the evolution of different species

• To determine the age of the Earth

• To understand past environments and ecosystems

• To investigate the impact of climate change

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What is the estimated age of the Earth based on radiometric dating methods?

• 2.5 billion years

• 4.5 billion years

• 6.5 billion years

• 8.5 billion years

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How does the study of fossil evidence and geological formations contribute to unraveling the mysteries of the Earth's past?

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The age of the Earth is a topic of ongoing scientific research and ______.

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