On Earth, according to current ideas about plate tectonics, ____________ were once together.
A)Africa and South America
B)Africa and North America
C)North America and Europe
D)Africa and South America; Africa and North America; and North American and Europe

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According to plate tectonics theory, the continents were once part of a supercontinent called Pangaea, which eventually broke apart into smaller landmasses. Africa and South America were once joined together as part of Pangaea, as were Africa and North America, and North America and Europe. Therefore, the correct option is D.

On Earth, According to Current Ideas About Plate Tectonics, ____________