The Vernal Equinox Quiz
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What is the vernal equinox also known as in the Southern Hemisphere?

  • Summer solstice
  • Winter solstice
  • Spring solstice
  • Autumnal equinox (correct)

    • In which month does the vernal equinox occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

  • March (correct)
  • December
  • September
  • June

    • Which of the following is used to estimate the age of the Earth?

  • The relative abundance of radioactive isotopes in rocks (correct)
  • The size of rocks
  • The hardness of rocks
  • The color of rocks

    • What is the main purpose of using radioactive isotopes in estimating the age of the Earth?

    <p>To estimate the age of the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are radioactive isotopes used instead of stable isotopes for estimating the age of the Earth?

    <p>Radioactive isotopes decay over time, allowing age estimation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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