Multiple Choice
What evidence convinced most scientists to accept the theory of plate tectonics?
A) ocean topography
B) magnetism of the ocean basin rocks
C) discovery of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
D) radiometric dating of the basaltic rocks
E) all of these are correct
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