Noted geophysicist studied ocean floor; George Shor, leader in plate tectonics; Obituary.(NWSunday)(Obituary)

The Seattle Times (Seattle, WA) | July 12, 2009 | Copyright

Byline: Thomas H. Maugh ll; Los Angeles Times

George Shor Jr., the geophysicist whose studies of the ocean floor helped lay the foundation for the theory of tectonic plates and continental drift, died July 3 at his home in San Diego of complications after a series of strokes. He was 86.

He helped develop the nation's fleet of oceangoing research vessels, was a principal in the abortive Project Mohole to drill a hole deep into the Earth. He also played a key role in creation of the California Sea Grant program, which funds marine and coastal research.

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