Question

Which do scientists study to determine air temperature at the time it was formed? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)
Responses

chemical isotopes in foraminifera shells
chemical isotopes in foraminifera shells

fossilized pollen
fossilized pollen

ice formed thousands of years ago
ice formed thousands of years ago

tree rings

Answers

GPT-4o mini
To determine air temperature at the time it was formed, scientists study:

1. **Chemical isotopes in foraminifera shells**
2. **Ice formed thousands of years ago**

These two methods are commonly used in paleoclimatology to infer past climate conditions, including air temperatures.