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What evidence at first for the hypothesis of continental drift and later for the theory of plate tectonics?
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What theory replaced Wegener's hypothesis of continental drift?
I think that continetal drift replaced his theory
Which of the following provided evidence at first for the hypothesis of continental drift and layer for the theory of plate tectonics?
indicators of climate change matching rock types matching fossil remains go do some study island....
What was the continental drift theory replaced by in 1967?
The continental drift theory was replaced by the theory of plate tectonics.
What supported Wagner's theory of continental drift?
Several evidences were given as proof to the theory of continental drift, they include; 1. Climatic evidence (Paleoclimatic Reconstruction). 2. Fossil evidence (Paleontological proof). 3. Continental fit. (Continental margin shapes). 4. Lithological and Stratigrapical similarities of adjacent continental masses. 5. Seafloor spreading. 6. Glacial till. 7. Plate tectonics.
A theory is supported by?
A scientific theory is supported by evidence. Without evidence, it is only a hypothesis.
What theory replaced Wegener's hypothesis of continental drift?
I think that continetal drift replaced his theory
Wegeners hypothesis of continental drift was replaced in 1967 by which theory that supported his idea continents move?
plate tectonics
What are Plate tectonics evidence?
The theory of plate tectonics has succumbed to the newer theory of continental drift. Scientists believe this theory today due to three main factors. First, the continents appear to fit together. When the continental shelves, as opposed to just the continents, are placed together, the fit appears uncanny. Second, the distribution of fossils is consistent with continental drift. Lastly, glacial deposits once covered parts of the earth that are currently tropical.ANSWER: The plate tectonics theory is relatively new and formulated only in the 1960s. The evidence listed above in the first answer can only support the continental drift theory which was developed by Alfred Wegener in 1912. Evidence that can support the plate tectonics theory are the age, depth of oceanic sediments, volcanic activity, geothermal gradient, gravity anomalies, paleomagnetism and seismologic evidence. If you are answering an exam question on evidence supporting plate tectonics, evidence supporting continental drift theory should only come later in your answer and should not be given too much emphasis, for the plate tectonics theory involves more than just the continental crust drifting around and cannot support the main hypotheses of the plate tectonics theory.
Which of the following provided evidence at first for the hypothesis of continental drift and layer for the theory of plate tectonics?
indicators of climate change matching rock types matching fossil remains go do some study island....
Unlike Wegener's hypothesis of continental drift the theory of plate tectonics describes Earth's surface as?
A set of moving sections of lithosphere
How is theory of plate tectonics similar to the continental drift?
continental drift is caused by plate tectonics
What is the name of the theory that led to the development of the theory of plate tectonics?
Plate tectonics is the combination of the seafloor spreading and continental drift. When Alfred Wegner described this process it was rejected due to lack of evidence. Since, we have discovered new evidence and proven his theory true.
What was the continental drift theory replaced by in 1967?
The continental drift theory was replaced by the theory of plate tectonics.
What theory was the forerunner of the theory of plate tectonics?
Continental drift
What is the theory of plate tectonics What is the theory of continental drift?
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What ideas from the theory of plate tectonics add to the theory of continental drift?
earthquakes and volcanoes Do you know how to explain the theory of the continental drift?
Which two continents are used as evidence for the continental puzzle?
The continents of Africa and South America are often used as evidence for the continental puzzle due to their matching coastlines and geological features, suggesting they were once connected. This supports the theory of continental drift and plate tectonics.
