Rapid-decay theory
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The rapid-decay theory proposes a mechanism by which a celestial body, such as the Earth, generates a magnetic field and leads to the conclusion that the Earth is no older than 10,000 years. It is proposed by some practitioners of creation science.
The theory is based on the assumption that Earth was created with all of the molecules' spins aligned creating a substantial magnetic field. This magnetic field set up an electrical current in Earth's core.
Since measurements were first made in 1829, Earth's magnetic field has decayed. It has been argued that this is caused by those atoms de-aligning over time. By extrapolating backwards, advocates maintain that Earth is much younger than currently accepted by the scientific community.[1]
Mainstream scientists argue that the theory contradicts the empirical evidence and well established theories. The Earth's magnetic field has varied in intensity, and even reversed in polarity, numerous times in the earth's history. and this theory is based on measurements over too short a time frame.[2]
[edit] Notes
- ^ "The Earth's Magnetic Field is Young ", Russell Humphreys, Institute for Creation research
- ^ Claim CD701, The TalkOrigins Archive
[edit] References
- "The Earth: Is It Young or Is It Old?", Dr. Jay L. Wile
- "Evidence For The Young-Earth Theory", Examine the Evidence
