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Atlantic Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean is the large body of water that separates North America and South America from Europe.
2,450 Questions
How were trenches constructed?
By digging a huge hole with a shovel. they left a huge space in the middle called no mans land
What river connects the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean?
The Strait of Florida is the canal that connects the Gulf of Mexico with the Atlantic Ocean.
A megalopolis is when several large cities merge together as their borders grow,the resulting supercity is a megalopolis.
EX: Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C. .
What country is bordered by senegal on three and the Atlantic ocean on the west?
On the Upper half of South America on the left of it there is a small country surrounded on three sides by Senegal and its Western border is the Atlantic Ocean. That very tiny country is called: 'The Gambia'.
Why do more states border the Atlantic ocean rather than th Pacific?
The Pacific is very large, so the Atlantic was predominantly a spot for shipping. With much trade going on in the Atlantic, it boosted the growth of many colonies that all evolved into their own States.
The Pacific, on the other hand, had little shipping and fewer diverse colonies from settlers, leading to larger States.
The earlier States were severely limited by transportation issues that mandated short distances between economic and political centers. As technology improved particularly the railroad the nation was able to travel farther and faster. Roads and personal vehicles, the advent of the aircraft and the bush pilot made settlement possible even in very large areas like Alaska, Crops and livestock could be shipped to population centers and to export ports.
Is there an island under the A of the Atlantic ocean?
No, I'm sure the 'Atlantic' is in a slightly different place or a different size on every globe/map. Don't believe everything you see in children's movies!
The Atlantic Halibut is native to temperate waters of the northern Atlantic Ocean, where it lives in coastal waters and on the continental shelf down to a depth of 2,000 m.
How bad is pollution in the Atlantic Ocean?
It is a tragic fact the Atlantic has large amounts of plastic contamination which is cluttering up the ocean and causing problems with sea life and marine birds. The plastic containers come in all shapes and sizes take practically forever to biodegrade due to their chemical makeup.
How old was Charles linberg when he flew across the Atlantic ocean?
he was 1,000 years old me avatar the last file print in TV now MTV south park at 7:00-8:00
Which ocean does not touch Asia?
The only ocean that does not touch Asia is the Southern Ocean. Asia has long coastlines on the Arctic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, and technically has a short coast on the Atlantic Ocean via the Mediterranean Sea.
Is the Atlantic Ocean growing or shrinking?
The Atlantic is getting bigger as the Eurasian and American plates move further away from each other.
The Pacific is getting smaller which can be seen most easily in San Francisco where the large amount of earthquakes are due to the pacific plate being pushed underneath the American plate.
Why did Europeans explore the Atlantic Ocean?
To get to the other side!
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Good, very original answer!
Unfortunately it begs another.
They went for a variety of reasons. Some merchants went to make a slightly more than modest amount of money, honest pay for honest work and risk. There were many who went for power and glory. Some claimed to go to do the work of God, and in a very few cases, I think this was quite true.
The South China Sea The East China Sea The Gulf of Tonkin The Yellow Sea
Why is the Atlantic expanding?
The Earths plates are constantly moving, and changing causing different landmasses and occurrences to happen such as earthquakes. Our earth is always changing in size.
Straight, short Answer: It is because of the movement of the Earths plates constantly changing and shifting.
Whats the best route across the Atlantic west to east?
As a veteran of one east to west crossing via the trade winds, the best west to east routes are to the north, US - Bermuda - Azores - Europe. You have the benefit of the westerly winds and the Atlantic high. July is late to leave for a west to east crossing, the risk of hurricanes is increasing. Get yourself J Cornell's "World Cruising Routes."
Best of Sailing!
What Caribbean countries have a coastline with the Atlantic ocean and the Caribbean sea?
There are several countries that are surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Venezuela, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Yucatan Peninsula, Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, and Trinidad are just a few.
What mountain range runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean?
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge, part of the longest mountain range in the world, runs through the Atlantic Ocean from north to south. Iceland, Saint Helen's, and the Azores are located on this mountain chain.
What is the only Central American country to border the Pacific Ocean but not the Atlantic Ocean?
El Salvador is the only Central American country to border the Pacific Ocean but not the Atlantic Ocean.
How long did it take colubus to sail across the atlaic ocean?
It took Christopher Columbus 10 weeks to cross the Atlantic Ocean, landing on a small island in the Bahamas known now as San Salvador.
What is the climate in the Atlantic ocean?
The Atlantic Ocean has a moderate and mild climate. Over the past centuries, it was a major route for trade and explorations.
