Evaluation of Evidence vs. Theories
We will test these two competing explanations for Earth’s radioactivity by unambiguous observations, experimental evidence, and simple logic. Each issue, summarized below in italics and given a blue title, is examined from the perspective of the hydroplate theory (HP) and the chemical evolution theory (CE). My subjective judgments, coded in green, yellow, and red circles (reminiscent of a traffic light’s go, caution, and stop) simply provide a starting point for your own evaluations. Numbers in Table 23 refer to explanations that follow. Any satisfactory explanation for Earth’s radioactivity should credibly address the italicized issues below. Please alter Table 23 by adding or removing evidence as you see fit.
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| The numbers in this table refer to amplifying explanations on pages 400–416. |
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Both theories will stretch the reader’s imagination. Many will ask, “Could this really have happened?” Two suggestions: First, avoid the tendency to look for someone to tell you what to think. Instead, question everything yourself, starting with this book. Second, follow the evidence. Look for several “smoking guns.” I think you will find them.