Structure of the Earth

To study seismic waves, topographic maps, plate tectonics, we should know the structure of the earth. Earth is the only planet known to have an atmosphere containing free oxygen, oceans of water on its surface, and life. This course covers the following: the structure of the earth  seismic waves topographic maps Structure of the Earth … Read More

Continental Drift Theory

Continental drift theory was developed in 1912 by Alfred Wegener, a German meteorologist, climatologist, and geophysicist.  This course covers Continental drift and Plate tectonic theory. Continental Drift According to Alfred Wegener, the continents had all originally been a part of one enormous landmass or supercontinent about 240 million years ago before breaking apart and drifting … Read More