Difference between continental drift and plate tectonics

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Question 1: In your own words, what is the difference between a) "continental drift" and b) "plate tectonics"?

Question 2: Briefly describe three different pieces of evidence that led geologists to develop the theory of plate tectonics.

Question 3: In a couple sentences, explain a) where and b) why magnetic anomaly patterns appear on the ocean floor.

Question 4: Multiple Choices: What state of matter is the Earth's mantle? Solid, liquid, gas, or plasma?

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