Conclusions and future work

This book presents new ideas and models on the thermal state and evolution of the Earth and rocky planets because current approaches are inconsistent with important observations and/or have demonstrable flaws in logic or mathematics. Key findings are highlighted in this final chapter. New experiments are proposed. We also discuss how long-standing problems in scientific endeavors, such as confusing cause with effect and assumptions with scientific truth, are exacerbated by current practices. Means to promote critical scientific thinking in modern times are discussed.