Countries with Notable Coastline Lengths

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Which country has a coastline of over 200,000 kilometers?

Canada (correct)
Australia
Norway
Russia

Which country has the most indented continental margin in the world?

Australia (correct)
United States
China
Brazil

Which country has over 90,000 kilometers of coastline including Alaska's Aleutian Islands?

United States (correct)
Indonesia
China
Russia

Which country has a coastline with over half of its borders being maritime?

<p>Russia (B)</p>

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Which country has a coastline that includes fjords, bays, and islands totaling over 62,000 kilometers?

<p>Norway (A)</p>

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Coastline Length of Countries

Countries vary greatly in their coastline lengths due to factors such as geographic location, landmass size, and natural barriers. Here is a list of countries with notable coastlines:

Indonesia - Over 56,000 kilometers (34,800 miles)
Canada - Approximately 202,080 km (125,567 mi)
United States - Over 95,000 km (59,000 mi), including Alaska's Aleutian Islands
Russia - More than 37,000 km (23,000 mi), with over half its borders being maritime
China - Over 14,500 km (9,000 mi)
Australia - Nearly 26,000 km (16,000 mi), with its isolated coasts making it one of the most indented continental margins in the world
Brazil - Over 7,000 km (4,300 mi)
Argentina - Nearly 4,000 km (2,400 mi)
Norway - Over 62,000 km (38,500 mi), including all its fjords, bays, and islands

These extensive coastal regions offer diverse marine environments and resources, supporting fishing industries, tourism, and transportation networks.