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The fact that there is a series of magnetic 'stripes' on either side of the ridge. They show that the earth's magnetic field has reversed several times during the formation of the rocks, and this only happened about every 5 million years. (There is some evidence that this is speeding up).

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Which geological processes were involved in the formation of Iceland?

Iceland was formed by volcanic activity and the movement of tectonic plates. The island sits on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian plates are pulling apart, causing magma to rise to the surface and create new land. This process, known as seafloor spreading, has led to the formation of Iceland over millions of years.


Why are Europe and North America further apart today than they were 65 million years ago?

Europe and North America are further apart today due to the process of seafloor spreading. This occurs at mid-ocean ridges, where new oceanic crust is formed as tectonic plates move away from each other. Over millions of years, this continual spreading has pushed Europe and North America farther apart.


Is coal evidence form the past?

Yes, coal is considered evidence from the past because it is a fossil fuel that forms over millions of years from the remains of plants and trees that lived long ago. The presence of coal deposits indicates that there were once lush forests in the area where the coal is found.


Explain the evidence for continental drift?

Evidence for continental drift includes the fit of the continents like a puzzle, similarities in rock formations and fossils across continents, and matching mountain ranges and geologic structures on different landmasses. Additionally, the distribution of certain species and climate indicators supports the theory of continental drift. These pieces of evidence suggest that the continents were once connected and have since moved apart over millions of years.


What did geologists of the late 1700's conclude about Earth's landforms?

that it caused sea floor spreading

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