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What is the study of lithospheric plates?

plate tectonics


What is the study of lithospheric movement?

Seismology / Geology / Tectonophysics / Plate Tectonics.


Why is plate tectonics a suitable name for the study of plate motion. Explain?

It is a suitable name because tectonics comes from the Greek word tekton which means builder, and plate tectonics refers to the building of the features on Earth's surface due to deformation caused by plate movements...


How does the work of Alfred Wegener continues to affect scientists study today?

Alfred Wegener's theory of continental drift laid the groundwork for the modern understanding of plate tectonics, fundamentally transforming geology and earth sciences. His ideas prompted further research into the movement of Earth's plates, leading to discoveries about seismic activity, mountain formation, and oceanic trenches. Today, Wegener's work influences a wide range of scientific fields, including climate science and paleontology, as it provides context for understanding the historical distribution of species and climate patterns. His emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches continues to inspire scientists to explore complex Earth systems and their interactions.


What scientist used sonar to prove seafloor spreading under the Atlantic ocean?

Harry Hess, an American geologist and Navy officer, used sonar to study the seafloor of the Atlantic Ocean. He discovered the presence of mid-ocean ridges and proposed the theory of seafloor spreading in the early 1960s, which played a crucial role in the development of the theory of plate tectonics.