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Join geologist Professor Paul Day as he dives into the fascinating history of continental drift in this engaging lecture. Explore the transition from the Neptunist and Plutonist theories to the groundbreaking ideas that paved the way for plate tectonics - the unifying theory of geology. Learn about key figures like James Dwight Dana, Edward Suess, and Lord Kelvin who shaped early plutonist thought and how Alfred Wegener challenged conventional views - like the contraction theory - with Gondwana, Pangaea, and the revolutionary continental drift hypothesis. Professor Day breaks down the evidence, from fossil distributions to mountain range similarities, and discusses why Wegener’s ideas were initially rejected despite their brilliance. Perfect for geology enthusiasts and students, this video sets the stage for understanding the dynamic Earth. Stay tuned for the next lecture on plate tectonics!

Recommended Textbook: Tarbuck, Lutgens, Tassa, and Linneman “Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology” https://amzn.to/40BPlAN

Link to the article regarding Lord Kelvin's age of the Earth: https://www.americanscientist.org/art...