Which of the following are the evidences of the phenomenon of continental drift?
I. The belt of ancient rocks from Brazil coast matches with those from Western Africa.
II. The gold deposits of Ghana are derived from the Brazil plateau when the two continents lay side by side.
III. The Gondwana system of sediments from India is known to have its counterparts in six different landmasses of the Southern Hemisphere.
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I and III only
Correct AnswerI and II only
Incorrect AnswerI, II and III
Incorrect AnswerII and III only
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- I. The belt of ancient rocks from Brazil coast aligns with those found in Western Africa. This supports the theory that the two continents were once connected, providing evidence of continental drift.
- II. The gold deposits in Ghana suggest derivation from Brazil's plateau, indicating the proximity of these landmasses in the past. This is another indicator of continental drift.
- III. The Gondwana system of sediments in India aligns with similar deposits in six Southern Hemisphere landmasses. This reflects the historical supercontinent Gondwana, supporting continental drift.
Answer: Option 3, I, II, and III
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