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.
To become part of the Constitution, an amendment must be ratified by eitherâas determined by Congressâthe legislatures of three-fourths (presently 38) of the states or State ratifying conventions in three-fourths of the states.