A map here shows the motion of a tectonic plate off the coast of the western united states. Which evidence supports the theory o

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A map here shows the motion of a tectonic plate off the coast of the western united states. Which evidence supports the theory o

f plate tectonics in the region

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notsponge [240] · Answer 1 · 2022-11-17T10:54:23+03:00

Answer:

Fossils, the shape of continents, the mid-ocean ridge system, sea floor sediment deposits, and the magnetism of rocks.

Explanation:

Fossils, the continent's shape, the mid-ocean ridge system, sea floor sediment deposits, and the magnetism of rocks on the sea floor are the evidences that support the theory of plate tectonics in the area. Fossils provides information to us when and where plants and animals once existed. Due to diverging plates, some life became isolated, and evolved into new species. Continental ‘fit’ through coastline matching. Some division of continents look as though they should fit together, e.g. South America and Africa.