The Double-Edged Sword of High-Precision U-Pb Geochronology - Bowen Lecture 1
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complexities of high-precision U-Pb geochronology in this 49-minute AGU Fall Meeting Bowen Lecture. Delve into the potential benefits and challenges associated with this advanced dating technique as presented by S. A. Bowring from MIT's Earth, Atmosphere and Planetary Sciences department. Gain insights into the cautionary aspects of pursuing high-precision measurements and their implications for geological research. Examine how this double-edged sword of technology impacts our understanding of Earth's history and the interpretation of geological data.
Syllabus
The Double-Edged Sword of High-Precision U-Pb Geochronology
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