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What is the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean?
What is the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean?
Which two continents does the Atlantic Ocean connect to the west and east?
Which two continents does the Atlantic Ocean connect to the west and east?
Why are the coastlines of the Atlantic Ocean considered ideal for natural harbors?
Why are the coastlines of the Atlantic Ocean considered ideal for natural harbors?
Which resources are rich in the Atlantic Ocean?
Which resources are rich in the Atlantic Ocean?
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What is the significance of the shipping routes in the Atlantic Ocean?
What is the significance of the shipping routes in the Atlantic Ocean?
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Study Notes
Atlantic Ocean
- Second largest ocean, covering about 41 million square miles
- Major routes for international shipping and trade
- Deepest point is the Puerto Rico trench
- Highly indented coastline, ideal for natural harbors
- Saltiest ocean
- Named after the Greek mythological figure Atlas
- Connects North and South America (west) and Europe and Africa (east)
Economic Role
- Rich in natural resources like fish, oil, and natural gas
- Important shipping routes for global trade
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Description
Explore the vast Atlantic Ocean, the second largest ocean covering about 41 million square miles. Discover its major shipping routes, natural resources, and deep features like the Puerto Rico trench. Learn about its significance in global trade and its unique characteristics.
