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प्रश्न
Picture study:
Look at the picture of an ocean given here and answer the questions.
1. Describe the characteristics of the largest ocean in the world.
2. What are the differences between an ocean and a sea?
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उत्तर
1. Pacific ocean is the largest ocean and covers one-third of the globe. It is circular in shape and is bordered by volcanic mountains and is termed as ‘Ring of Fire’. The deepest part of earth i.e. Mariana Trench lies in this ocean near the Philippines.
2.
Ocean :
- Oceans are large water bodies covering 97% of earth’s water.
- There are the main 5 oceans eg. Pacific, Arctic, Atlantic, Indian and Southern Ocean.
Sea :
- Sea is a part of the ocean that is smaller and shallower, located close to the edge of a landmass or continent.
- There are many seas eg. The Caribbean Sea, Bering Sea, Arabian sea, North sea, etc.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Match the columns
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. the Ring of Fire | i. water pollution |
| 2. the Atlantic Ocean | ii. inland sea |
| 3. the Caspian sea | iii. mountain ranges around the Pacific Ocean |
| 4. oil spill | iv. an S-shaped ocean |
Answer the following question in one or two paragraphs
Why are oceans important?
The Malacca Strait connects.
Which of the following oceans is the busiest ocean?
Consider the following statements
- Plains are formed by rivers.
- The ‘South Sandwich Trench’ is found in the Indian Ocean.
- Plateaus have steep slopes.
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below.
Which ocean is named after a country?
Name the island located in the Arabian Sea.
What is the deepest part of the ocean called as?
The deepest point in the Indian ocean is ______.
Write a few lines about The Indian Ocean.
