K Kimberly New member Jul 6, 2009 #1 Can anyone explain why the theories of continental drift and seafloor spreading have been combined into the theory of plate tectonics?
Can anyone explain why the theories of continental drift and seafloor spreading have been combined into the theory of plate tectonics?
E Eden New member Jul 6, 2009 #2 Because continental drift and seafloor spreading is caused by plate tectonics. The tectonic plates are like a puzzle that the continents and seafloor sit on top of, so when they move, so do the continents/seafloor.
Because continental drift and seafloor spreading is caused by plate tectonics. The tectonic plates are like a puzzle that the continents and seafloor sit on top of, so when they move, so do the continents/seafloor.
