Match each statement based on the type of dating it is describing, either Relative Age or Absolute Age. (1 point per match)(4 points)

Answer 1

1. Comparing the age of rock layers in different locations to determine which layers are older or younger.
- Relative Age

2. Determining the exact age of a fossil using radioactive isotopes.
- Absolute Age

3. Estimating that a specific rock layer is approximately 200 million years old based on its position relative to other known layers.
- Absolute Age

4. Inferring that a volcanic eruption occurred before a particular layer of sedimentary rock was deposited.
- Relative Age