Radiocarbon Dating
Description:
Abstract: Radiocarbon dating can be used to determine the age of objects that contain components that were once alive. In the case of human remains, a radiocarbon date can distinguish between a crime scene and an archaeological site. Documents, museum artifacts and art objects can be dated to determine if their age is correct for the historical context. A radiocarbon date does not confirm authenticity, but it can help identify a forgery.
Date:
May 25, 2012
Creator:
Buchholz, Bruce A.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department