why was the plate tectonics theory widely accepted by scientists?

Question

The continental drift theory wasnt widely accepted by scientists, but the plate tectonics theory was widely accepted.why??

Answer 1

Continental drift is an assumption and imagination whereas the plate tectonic theory is measured and felt one.

Answer 2

Its better supported by the evidence. We have seen the plate boundaries. We have observed a pattern of earthquakes and volcanism near or at plate boundaries. We have evidence that the mantle convects to drive the plate motion. Continental drift just said the continents moved, but Wegner didn't do much to say why. Plate tectonics says why.