Which ocean has an area greater than that of all the continents combined?

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Which ocean has an area greater than that of all the continents combined?

The Pacific Ocean covers more than 30 percent of our planet’s surface, and it is bigger than the landmass of all continents. Interestingly, the smallest ocean in the world – the Arctic Ocean – has 25 percent of the planet’s undiscovered petroleum resources.

Which ocean is bigger Atlantic or Pacific?

Covering approximately 20 percent of the Earth’s surface, the Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean basin in the world, following only the Pacific. However, it is only slightly larger than half the size of the Pacific Ocean.

Why is the Pacific Ocean higher than the Atlantic Ocean?

Sea level is about 20 cm higher on the Pacific side than the Atlantic due to the water being less dense on average on the Pacific side and due to the prevailing weather and ocean conditions. Such sea level differences are common across many short sections of land dividing ocean basins.

What is the 4 largest ocean?

Southern Ocean

What Colour is the Arabian Sea?

green colour

Which ocean is connected to the Arabian Sea?

Indian Ocean

Why is an ocean named after India?

The Indian Ocean is named after India because of its strategic location at the head of the ocean from ancient times and its long coastline which is longer than any other country in the Indian Ocean rim.

How deep is the Arabian Sea?

4,652 m

Is Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean same?

The Indian Ocean is the warmest of the oceans, and is bounded by Asia on the north, Africa on the west, Australia in the east and Antarctica on the south. Arabian Sea is only a part of the Indian Ocean that is located between the Arabian Peninsula and the Indian subcontinent.

Is Arabian Sea dangerous?

1. Re: Is dangerous swimming at the arabian sea? Yes it is. The sea can be quite rough with large waves.

What is the difference between an ocean and a sea?

In terms of geography, seas are smaller than oceans and are usually located where the land and ocean meet. Typically, seas are partially enclosed by land. Seas are smaller than oceans and are usually located where the land and ocean meet.