Continental Drift Quiz

What is the Theory of Continental Drift? The theory that the continents were once joined together in a super-continent called Pangaea. The theory that the continents are made up of 4 layers: the crust, mantle, outer core, inner core. The theory that the continents are formed by magma releasing from inside the Earth and then cooling to form the crust. Who was the scientist responsible for the Theory of Continental Drift? Albert Einstein Charles Darwin Alfred Wegener Evidence that Supports Continental Drift Match each piece of evidence that supports Continental Drift to the explanation that describes it. Fossils Remains of species were found on continents separated by oceans. Landforms Mountain ranges, rivers, and valleys appear to line up perfectly when the continents are connected. Puzzle Pieces The continents borders appear to fit into each other when moved together. Examples: South America and Africa Hurricane Damage This is not a piece of evidence. Climate Data Evidence of glaciers are found on continents that currently experience warm conditions. Why did other scientists refuse to accept the Theory of Continental Drift? They didn't respect the person who came up with it. The person that came up with it couldn't explain why or how they moved. The evidence presented were not logical explanations (they did not make sense). What force is responsible for the plates drifting apart? The Earth's Magnetic Field The Composition of Earth's Layers Convection Currents in the Mantle What is the general distance that the plates move per year? 1-3 centimeters 1-3 meters 1-3 millimeters