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Atlantic Ocean Atlantic Ocean Last Updated: 06/09/2025 |
| The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest ocean in the world, covering approximately 106.5 million square kilometers (41.1 million square miles). It separates the continents of Europe and Africa to the east from North and South America to the west. The deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean is the Milwaukee Deep in the Puerto Rico Trench, which reaches a depth of about 8,376 meters (27,480 feet). | |
| During the Age of Discovery, it was known for separating the New World of the Americas (North America and South America) from the Old World of Afro-Eurasia (Africa, Asia, and Europe). Boundaries: The Atlantic Ocean is bounded by the Americas to the west and Europe and Africa to the east. It is connected to the Arctic Ocean in the north and the Southern Ocean in the south. Major Seas: The Atlantic Ocean includes several seas, such as the Caribbean Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, the Baltic Sea, and the North Sea. Mid-Atlantic Ridge: A major underwater mountain range that runs down the center of the Atlantic Ocean, the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a divergent or constructive plate boundary between the Eurasian Plate, the North American Plate, the South American Plate, and the African Plate. Islands: The Atlantic Ocean contains many islands, including the British Isles, the Canary Islands, the Azores, and the Caribbean islands. | |
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Strait of Hormuz Place » Sea The Strait of Hormuz is a strait between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. It provides the only sea passage from the Persian Gulf to the open ocean and is one of the world's most strategically important choke points. 70 views 💖 1 👍 0Persian Gulf |
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Mozambique Channel Place » Sea The Mozambique Channel is an arm of the Indian Ocean located between the Southeast African countries of Madagascar and Mozambique. The channel is about 1,700 km (900 nmi; 1,100 mi) long and 419 km (226 nmi; 260 mi) across at its narrowest point, and reaches a depth of 3,292 m (10,801 ft) about 230 km (124 nmi; 143 mi) off the coast of Mozambique. 258 views 💖 1 👍 0Indian Ocean |
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Bering Strait Place » Sea Located between Alaska and Russia, the Bering Strait is the only marine gateway between the icy Arctic and the Pacific Ocean. At its narrowest point, the strait is only 55 miles wide. The Bering Strait may be narrow, but it’s teeming with wildlife—beluga whales, bowhead whales, gray whales, walruses, polar bears, ringed and ribbon seals. 136 views 💖 1 👍 0Bering Strait |
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Pacific Ocean Place » Sea The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest of Earth's five oceanic divisions. It extends from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Southern Ocean in the south, and is bounded by the continents of Asia and Australia in the west and the Americas in the east. 146 views 💖 1 👍 0Pacific Ocean |
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Universe Place » City The universe is all of space and time and their contents. It comprises all of existence, any fundamental interaction, physical process and physical constant, and therefore all forms of matter and energy, and the structures they form, from sub-atomic particles to entire galactic filaments. 201 views 💖 1 👍 0Universe |
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Caspian Sea Place » Sea The Caspian Sea is the world's largest inland body of water, bordered by five countries: Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan. Despite its name, the Caspian Sea is technically a lake, although it's often referred to as a sea due to its size and saline water. It spans an area of about 371,000 square kilometers (143,000 square miles) and has a maximum depth of over 1,000 meters (3,300 feet). 184 views 💖 1 👍 0Caspian Sea |
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Mediterranean Sea Place » Sea The Mediterranean Sea is a vast body of water bordered by Europe, Asia, and Africa, connecting to the Atlantic Ocean through the Strait of Gibraltar. It's one of the most historically significant bodies of water, known for its role in the development of ancient civilizations, trade routes, and cultural exchanges. 189 views 💖 2 👍 0Mediterranean Sea |
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Timor Sea Place » Sea The Timor Sea is a relatively shallow sea located in the region of Southeast Asia, forming part of the Indian Ocean. It lies between the northern coast of Australia, the island of Timor (part of Indonesia and East Timor), and the Arafura Sea to the east. Here are key features and facts about the Timor Sea: 163 views 💖 1 👍 0Timor Sea |
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Banda Sea Place » Sea The Banda Sea is a marginal sea of the Pacific Ocean, located in Southeast Asia. It is surrounded by various islands that belong to Indonesia, making it a central part of the country's eastern maritime territory. The Banda Sea is home to the Banda Islands, historically known as the "Spice Islands" due to their production of nutmeg and mace. 130 views 💖 1 👍 0Asia |
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Bay of Bengal Place » Sea The Bay of Bengal is the northeastern part of the Indian Ocean, bordered by India and Sri Lanka to the west, Bangladesh to the north, Myanmar (Burma) to the east, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to the southeast. It is the largest bay in the world and holds significant geographical, ecological, and economic importance. 127 views 💖 1 👍 0Asia |