Continents Adrift--A Study of the Scientific Method (Revised)

Duration: 16

Year Published: 1982

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Applies the scientific method to Alfred Wegener's theory of continental drift. Uses graphics and animation to explain how fossil and coastline similarities, seafloor spreading, and rock magnetism support Wegener's theory. Defines the term plate tectonics and looks at the relationship between continental drift and earthquakes, the San Andreas fault, volcanoes, and mountain building.

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