Which of the following is not an important assumption made in 14C dating?
A) 14C is produced in the atmosphere at a more or less constant rate.
B) A carbon atom typically forms four bonds.
C) Carbon atoms circulate among the atmosphere, the oceans, and living organisms faster than they decay.
D) After death, organisms no longer pick up 14C.
E) All of the above are important assumptions in 14C dating.
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