Age of the Earth, The: A Physicist's Odyssey (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789811201318)

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?

Author: Archibald W. Hendry
ISBN-10: 9811201315
ISBN-13: 9789811201318
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Language: English
Published: 02/26/2020
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d