Question

Fossils of the reptile Mesosaurus were found in western Africa and eastern South America. Which statement might such findings support? A. The two continents were once farther apart. B. Volcanic activity pushed the continents apart. C. The two continents were once closer together. D. Earthquake activity pulled the continents closer.

Answer 1

C. Remember Pangea, the two continents were one right next to each other
 

Answer 2

Statement that supports the finding about how Fossils of the reptile Mesosaurus was found in western Africa as well as eastern South America is : C. The two continents were once closer together.

• Both Africa and South America possessed same land mass and were together before they were separated, this can be explained with continental drift.

• Since, they were together before, reason why the Fossils of the reptile Mesosaurus could be found in the two places after the separation.

Therefore, option C is correct.

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