Tectonic Evolution of the Southern Appalachian Mountains—300 Million Years Ago
Summary
300 Million Years Ago—Iapetus Ocean Completely Closes. The Southern Appalachians develop as the African portion of Gondwanaland crashes in, forming the supercontinent of Pangea.
Tags
plate tectonics
geology
geologic resources division
southern appalachian mountains
tectonic evolution
million years
iapetus ocean
southern appalachians
african portion
gondwanaland crashes
national parks gallery
Date
2019
Source
National Parks Gallery
Link
Copyright info
Public Domain Dedication