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Arctic Ocean
The Arctic Ocean is located in the Northern Hemisphere. Ask questions about this icy polar ocean here.
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Is the Arctic Ocean getting bigger or smaller?
The ocean itself is the same size it's been for thousands of years; however, the amount of ice in the ocean has been decreasing over recent years.
The smallest ocean is the Arctic Ocean, which is about 10 times smaller than the Pacific Ocean. The major oceans are Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern (Antarctic) and Arctic. The Southern Ocean is newly defined in the past decade and growing in acceptance.
What types of populations communities live in the arctic tundra?
The Arctic tundra is primarily inhabited by a range of specialized populations, including both flora and fauna. Key animal species include caribou, Arctic foxes, polar bears, and migratory birds, which have adapted to the harsh climate. Vegetation is limited to low-growing plants like mosses, lichens, and small shrubs, which can withstand the cold and short growing seasons. Human communities in the Arctic tundra often consist of Indigenous peoples who rely on traditional practices and sustainable hunting and fishing for their livelihoods.
What are the names of all the sea creatures?
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Who gave the Pacific Atlantic Indian and Arctic Oceans their names?
Pacific: The ocean's current name was coined by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan during the Spanish circumnavigation of the world in 1521, as he encountered favorable winds on reaching the ocean. He called it Mar PacÃfico, which in both Portuguese and Spanish means "peaceful sea".
Atlantic: The oldest known mentions of an "Atlantic" sea come from Stesichorus around mid-sixth century BC and in The Histories of Herodotus around 450 BC.
Indian: It is named after the Indian subcontinent. The word "India" comes from the Sanskrit sindhu meaning river, specifically the Indus and the region around the Indus.
Arctic: It is named after the Arctic region. The word "Arctic" comes from the Greek arktos and means 'bear, Ursa Major, North Star."
How did conflict in Europe spur exploration in North America?
conflics in europe spur exploration in north america is ,one thier religion would be tolerent, two many felt they needed to spread thier religion.
How many clown fish live in the oceans?
Clownfish populations vary widely depending on species and habitat. There are about 30 different species of clownfish, and their numbers can fluctuate based on environmental conditions and threats like habitat loss and climate change. While exact global population figures are difficult to determine, they are primarily found in the warm waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, particularly around coral reefs. Conservation efforts are essential to maintain their populations and habitats.
What was the most important cultural distinction between north America and Europe?
North America (specifically Middle America) has more of a Native American influence than a European one. Northern America (Canada and the US) are the only truly Europeanized countries in North America.
What is the Name the large peninsula that extends into the Arctic Ocean?
The large Peninsula that reaches out into the Pacific Ocean is: The Kamchatka Peninsula.
That is the correct spelling of Arctic, which is normally a proper noun as it refers to the northern polar regions of the Earth. However, if it refers only to arctic-like conditions (e.g. an arctic wind), it does not have to be capitalized.
Does water with higher salinity sink below water with lower salinity?
The higher the saline content in water the heavier the water. This causes it to sink towards the bottom and water with lower levels will rise to the top. It will remain so unless stirred vigoriouly and often. Many animals live, and thrive in this setting, such as salt marshes, springs, also some ponds and lakes.
The single Russian port of the arctic ocean that's not frozen over for part or the year is located in the port city of Murmansk.
How many hemispheres is the arctic ocean located?
The Arctic Circle is located in three different hemispheres; The Northern Hemisphere, Western Hemisphere, and the Eastern Hemisphere.
Do polar bears live in the arctic ocean?
Polar Bears don't live in the Artic because they need land to survive. They swim in the Artic ocean but they don't live in it. Anyways Polar Bears can't live without oxygen from the air.
