Young Earth Creation Science Argument Index
G1211: Variable C-14/C-12 ratio invalidates C-14 dating.
Edited by Greg Neyman
Argument:
Carbon dating is based on the ratio of C-14/C-12 in the atmosphere. This ratio varies, therefore carbon dating is not valid. Wrong dates come from assuming a wrong initial C-14/C-12 ratio.
Source: Morris, Henry M., 1974. Scientific Creationism, pp. 162-166.
answersingenesis.org/creation/v26/i1/game.asp#dating
Response:
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This has been recognized by geochronologists since 1969, and other methods, such as dendrochronology (tree ring dating) has been used to calibrate the ratios to more than 11,000 years ago
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Calibration of radiocarbon dating with isochron dating of corals extends back to 30,000 years
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Calibration of radiocarbon dating with isochron dating of varves extends back to 45,000 years
To learn more on this topic, read the TalkOrigins.org rebuttal.
Radiocarbon Dating (Wikipedia)
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