Arrange the following scientific theories/discoveries in the correct chronological order of their formulation, from earliest to latest: 1. Convection Current Theory by Arthur Holmes 2. Continental Drift Theory by Alfred Wegener 3. Theory of Plate Tectonics by McKenzie, Parker, and Morgan 4. Sea Floor Spreading Theory by Harry Hess Select the correct sequence:
Options:
- A: 1 - 2 - 4 - 3
- B: 2 - 1 - 4 - 3
- C: 2 - 4 - 1 - 3
- D: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4
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