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Prehistory Geography Questions (Geo 1.1)
1. What scientific method for accurately dating materials (specifically prehumen and human fossils) did
we investigate today? (See Radio carbon dating Video)
2. What two types of specific atoms do scientists typically use to carbon date fossils? What are their
specific numbers? (See Radio carbon dating video)
3. Is this method 100% accurate for dating fossils and materials found by scientists? If the answer is
“NO”, is it still a useful tool for scientists? (See Radio carbon dating video)
Independent Research
Using the Migration Map provided in your class materials, fill in the additional blank map provided to
you with the following information.
-Label each continent on the map (There are seven)
-Label the five major oceans on the map (Hint, there are five!)
-Identify TWO (2) archeological sites from the Migration Map and research them. Mark them on your
blank map and answer the following questions.
1. What is the name given to this site or archeological find?
2. What is the “modern-day” region where the site is located? Be as specific as possible.
3. What date was the site/fossil remains discovered?
4. What kind of hominid (human ancestor) fossil was found? Homo Erectus? Neanderthals?
5. Approximately how old are the fossil remains?
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