Australian Museum
Australian Museum: Radioactive Dating
This article explains what radioactive dating is and describes the different techniques used, what they are used for, and the limitations of each.
US Geological Survey
The Numeric Time Scale
This is a good source for getting an in-depth description of using radioactive decay to measure the ages of rocks. In addition to describing the process of radiometric dating, this resource also includes a geologic time scale and four...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Radiometric Dating
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Elaborates on radioactive decay as a tool for determining the age of certain minerals and other materials, including the limits of the technique.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Radiometric Dating Study Guide
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about methods used in radiometric dating. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.