Radioactive Fossils

About this episode

The episode explores the concept of radioactive fossils with paleontologist Colin Diggins.

Is their any truth to the idea that fossils can be radioactive? Colin Diggins is a paleontologist and our paleontology laboratory manager here at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Enjoy the fascinating conversation! Show Notes: Manganese in the spring water was correct. https://www.hmns.org/ #paleontology #science #podcast #museum #houston #fossils #dinosaur #dinosaurs #radioactive For more information about the Houston Museum of Natural Science, visit https://www.hmns.org/

People in this episode

Guest: Colin Diggins

Topics covered

• radioactive fossils
• paleontology
• science
• museum
• dinosaurs

Keywords

• radioactive
• fossils
• paleontology
• science
• dinosaurs
• Houston Museum of Natural Science

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Houston Museum of Natural Science

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