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which theory explains why the island of hawaii moves a few centimeters each year? a relativity b plate tectonics c heliocentrism d evolution
The theory of plate tectonics states that the Earth's lithosphere is divided into tectonic plates that move relative to each other. Islands like Hawaii are on a tectonic plate that is in motion, causing the island to move a few centimeters each year. Relativity deals with space - time and gravity, heliocentrism is about the Sun - centered model of the solar system, and evolution is about biological change over time.
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B. Plate tectonics