J. Tuzo Wilson

J. Tuzo Wilson was a Canadian geophysicist known for his groundbreaking contributions to the understanding of plate tectonics, the scientific theory explaining how the Earth's plates move and interact. He proposed the concept of "hotspots," regions where molten rock rises from deep within the Earth, creating volcanic islands like Hawaii. Wilson's work clarified how continents drift and how geological features like mountains and ocean basins form and evolve over time. His insights helped to transform modern geology, providing a clearer picture of the dynamic processes shaping our planet.