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What is the continental drift theory?

Name one piece of evidence that scientists have that support this theory.

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The continental drift theory suggests that the continents were once joined together and have moved apart over time.

Evidence:
1 – The continents look like they would fit together like a puzzle.

2 – Fossils of the same ancient organisms have been found on different continents.

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