Scientists have found fossils of tropical plants in Antarctica. How could tropical plants have grown in Antarctica?

Question

Responses
A At one time, Antarctica was closer to the equator and had a different climate.At one time, Antarctica was closer to the equator and had a different climate.
B At one time, Earth’s surface was so warm that the polar ice caps melted and grew rainforests.At one time, Earth’s surface was so warm that the polar ice caps melted and grew rainforests.
C The rotation of Earth has increased, causing cooling of the atmosphere.The rotation of Earth has increased, causing cooling of the atmosphere.
D Catastrophic volcanic eruptions melted the ice and exposed the soil to sunlight.

Answer 1

The best response to explain how tropical plants could have grown in Antarctica is:

A: At one time, Antarctica was closer to the equator and had a different climate.

This option accurately reflects the geological history of the Earth, where continents have shifted over millions of years, leading to changes in climate and ecosystems.