How the ocean is divided?
Although the ocean is one continuous body of water, oceanographers have divided it into five principal areas: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern Oceans. The ocean is divided into distinct regions based on various criteria such as geographical boundaries, physical and chemical properties, and biological characteristics. Smaller regions of the oceans are called seas, gulfs, bays, straits, and other terms. The world's ocean is traditionally divided into five major basins, where each one has its own unique properties and therefore its own unique marine life. Pacific Ocean: The largest and deepest ocean, covering more area than all the Earth's landmasses combined. The Pacific Ocean is known for its vastness, depth, and the Ring of Fire, a region with frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity. Atlantic Ocean: The second-largest ocean, separating the Americas from Europe and Africa. It is more S-shaped compared to the Pacific Ocean. The Atlantic Ocean is known fo
