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it's half-life should be similar to the age of the fossil. APEX

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A radioisotope used for dating should have a known decay rate that allows for the determination of age based on the amount of the isotope remaining. It should also have a half-life that is suitable for the dating timeframe being studied. Additionally, the radioisotope should be present in the material being dated in measurable quantities.

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