A straightforward reading of the Bible shows that the earth was created in six days about 6,000 years ago. Radiometric dating uses ratios of isotopes in rocks to infer the age of the rock. Scientists use a mix of observational data and assumptions about the past to determine the radiometric age of a rock.
Definition of ratify for English Language Learners. : to make (a treaty, agreement, etc.) official by signing it or voting for it.
For an amendment to become part of the Constitution it must be ratified by 3/4th's of the States. With 50 states, this means 38 statâ¦es must ratify and accept the amendment--this can take years and some amendments have never been ratified.