Contrary to published assertions, the 2 types of correlation diagrams used in the interpretation of 40Ar/39Ar incremental-heating data yield the same information provided the correct mathematics are used for estimating correlation coefficients and for the least squares fit. The choice is simply between 2 illustrative, graphical displays, neither of which is fundamentally superior to the other. -Authors
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Title | Correlation diagrams in 40 Ar/39Ar dating: is there a correct choice? |
| Authors | G. B. Dalrymple, M. A. Lanphere, M. S. Pringle |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Geophysical Research Letters |
| Index ID | 70014861 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |