Consider the following statements regarding Convection current theory:
1. Initially given by Arthur Homes.
2. Thermal difference existing in the Mantle was considered as the reason behind the flow of convection current.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Neither 1 nor 2

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Solution

The correct option is D Both 1 and 2
Arthur Homes propounded theory of Convection current ,initially for studying the mountain building process.Mantle has different temperature regions,this temperature differential was given as the cause behind the flow on convection current in the mantle.

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