Drummond Matthews was a British geologist and oceanographer, best known for his pioneering work in the study of the ocean floor and plate tectonics. He made significant contributions in the field of geomagnetism, particularly regarding the understanding of the Earth's magnetic field and its history. One of his notable achievements was helping to develop the concept of magnetic sea-floor spreading, which provided crucial evidence for the theory of plate tectonics.
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