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observation data > isochron

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isochron  

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  • The isochron, line whose slope is used to date an isotopic event; or time contour; line connecting points of equal age on a graph of physical or chemical phenomena. (Adapted from: Moureau M. & Brace G. (2000). Comprehensive Dictionary of Earth Science - Dictionnaire des Sciences de la Terre. Paris, Technip.)

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