Fun facts about Atlantic Ocean
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The term 'the pond' humorously refers to the northern Atlantic Ocean, emphasizing the connection between Britain and its former colonies.
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, with an area of about 85,133,000 square kilometers (32,870,000 sq mi). It covers approximately 17% of Earth's surface and about 24% of its water surface area.
From the “Names” section
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The Atlantic Ocean is bounded on the west by North and South America and connects to the Arctic Ocean through various seas.
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, with an area of about 85,133,000 square kilometers (32,870,000 sq mi). It covers approximately 17% of Earth's surface and about 24% of its water surface area.
From the “Extent and data” section
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The Mid-Atlantic Ridge runs from 87°N to 54°S and divides the Atlantic into two halves.
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, with an area of about 85,133,000 square kilometers (32,870,000 sq mi). It covers approximately 17% of Earth's surface and about 24% of its water surface area.
From the “Bathymetry” section
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The Atlantic is the saltiest major ocean, with surface water salinity ranging from 33 to 37 parts per thousand.
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, with an area of about 85,133,000 square kilometers (32,870,000 sq mi). It covers approximately 17% of Earth's surface and about 24% of its water surface area.
From the “Water characteristics” section
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The Gulf Stream helps moderate winter temperatures along the southeastern North American coastline.
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The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, with an area of about 85,133,000 square kilometers (32,870,000 sq mi). It covers approximately 17% of Earth's surface and about 24% of its water surface area.
From the “Climate” section
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