Relative dating of geologic events was not possible before the discovery of radioactivity in the late 19th century.

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Relative dating of geologic events was possible before the discovery of radioactivity through the principles of superposition, cross-cutting relationships, and faunal succession. However, the discovery of radioactivity allowed for the development of absolute dating methods, which can provide more precise dates for geologic events.

Relative Dating of Geologic Events Was Not Possible Before the Discovery