Immense vastness: the world's largest ocean
About 71% of the surface of the globe is occupied by the waters of the world ocean. It is a single system that interacts with the atmosphere, the Earth's surface. Oceanologists distinguish 5 huge water bodies on Earth, distinguishing their boundaries by continental shores, island groups and clear lines of currents.
The largest ocean in the world is the PacificIt is considered not only the largest by area, but also by depth. Let's talk about its features, characteristics and climate.
Description of the Pacific Ocean
It's hard to say today who discovered the Pacific Ocean. The first Europeans were the Spanish conquistadors who crossed the Isthmus of Panama. It was named by the Portuguese navigator Fernand Magellan, who crossed it in 3 months and 3 weeks without encountering a single storm...Read more →