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    Squiz KidsHow Do We Date Really Old Things? Science Short
    3 minSeason 6Episode 1432

    How Do We Date Really Old Things? Science Short

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    How do scientists work out how old things really are — when they’re way too old for birthday candles?

    In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains how scientists date ancient objects, from tree rings and bones to buried cities, dinosaur fossils and rocks billions of years old. Discover how carbon dating works, why the ground keeps clues in layers, and how different scientific “clocks” help unlock the deep history of our planet.

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    © Squiz MediaLength 3 min9 January 2026Season 6Episode 1432NewsGame ShowAustraliaEpisodic

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