
Continental Drift
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Science
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7th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Continental Drift?
Back
The theory that continents have moved over geological time and were once joined together in a single landmass.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who proposed the theory of Continental Drift?
Back
Alfred Wegener in 1912.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What evidence did Wegener use to support his theory?
Back
Fossil remains, geological formations, and the fit of continental coastlines.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the fossil Cynognathus in relation to Continental Drift?
Back
It indicates that South America was once connected to Africa.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the fossil Mesosaurus suggest about the continents?
Back
It suggests that Africa and South America were once connected.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the fossil Lystrosaurus indicate about the connection between continents?
Back
It indicates that Africa was once connected to India and Antarctica.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the GPS Velocity Vector Map used for?
Back
To track the movement of tectonic plates and continents.
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