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Age Of The Earth, The: A Physicist's Odyssey

by Archibald W Hendry

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This book spells out in detail how the age of the Earth has been determined over the centuries. First — the 'biblical' age: how was the date of Creation 4004 BC figured out? A date which is so important even today ... it is the basis of claims made by millions that the Earth is only about 6000 years old. Next — the response of geologists (and Darwin) for a very old Earth. Then, Kelvin's calculation of how long it would take for a hot Earth to cool down to its present state. And finally, today's answer ('billions'), based on the properties of radioactive materials. So, how old is Planet Earth?

Details

Age Of The Earth, The: A Physicist's Odyssey
by Archibald W Hendry

ISBN
9789813279698

Publisher
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

Binding
Hardback

Publication date
Feb. 26, 2020