A common misconception among the general public is that the features of species can be scientifically explained by:.

The correct answer is "intelligent design".

Explanation:

One of the most common misconceptions about evolution is that the features of species can be scientifically explained by intelligent design. Evolution occurs by the constant and spontaneous mutations that eventually result in the appearance of advantageous traits for a species. There is not a way that we can predict that a certain trait will be developed and there is not a way that species can voluntary develop new features.

explanation:

the universal gravitation equation. since the gravitational force is directly proportional to the mass of both interacting objects, more massive objects will attract each other with a greater gravitational force. if the mass of one of the objects is doubled, then the force of gravity between them is doubled.

answer:

convection currents in the magma drive plate tectonics. heat generated from the radioactive decay of elements deep in the interior of the earth creates magma (molten rock) in the aesthenosphere. the aesthenosphere (70 ~ 250 km) is part of the mantle, the middle sphere of the earth that extends to 2900 km.