In 3–5 sentences, identify and describe the fossil evidence Wegener used to support the theories of continental drift and plate tectonics.(4 points)

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Short Answer Rubric (4 points)

Answer 1

Wegener used fossil evidence to support his theories of continental drift and plate tectonics. He noticed that identical fossils of organisms that could not have crossed the oceans were found on different continents. This suggested that the continents were once connected and had drifted apart. Additionally, he found that the same rock formations and mountain ranges were present on different continents, further supporting the idea of continental drift.