The Emergence Machine

Continental Drift

abstract · Earth Science · Level 5 · E0

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Emergence definition

Continental drift is a concept in Earth science that involves the movement of continents over time, influenced by geological processes and landforms.

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Historical origin

Origin word
continental drift
Origin language
English

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Prerequisites

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  • Science Concept L2 (requires)
    An Earth science concept relating to continental drift, involving geological processes, landforms, or planetary systems.
  • Continent L4 (requires)
    Continental drift describes how continents slowly move across Earth's surface