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    Which two forces did Wegener propose as the main driving force behind Continental Drift?

    Tidal and Centrifugal force

    Correct Answer

    Electromagnetic and Gravitational force

    Incorrect Answer

    Tidal and Electromagnetic Force

    Incorrect Answer

    Gravitational and Centrifugal force

    Incorrect Answer
    Explanation:

    Alfred Wegener stated that the Centrifugal force and the Tidal force was responsible the Continental Drift. Wegener argued that movement responsible for the drifting of the continents was caused centrifugal force due to rotation of the earth and tidal force but Opponents of Continental Drift Theory pointed out that the centrifugal and tidal force were not large strong enough to move continents. Hence option 1st is correct.


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