What can scientists use to determine the type of plant an organism consumed?
A)carbon 14
B)radioisotopes
C)index fossils
D)carbon 13 and carbon 12

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Scientists can use carbon 13 and carbon 12 ratios to determine the type of plant an organism consumed. Different types of plants have distinct carbon isotopic signatures, which can be traced back to the individual that consumed them.

What Can Scientists Use to Determine the Type of Plant