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Download Solution PDFWhich one is not the same as the other?
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Option 2 : Pacific
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Pacific.
Key Points
- Pacific refers to the Pacific Ocean, which is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth.
- It is a geographical entity, unlike the other options, which are names of oceanic trenches.
- The Pacific Ocean spans more than 63 million square miles and covers about 46% of Earth's water surface.
- It is not a trench but contains several notable trenches like the Mariana Trench.
Additional Information
- Challenges Deep: This is the deepest point of the Mariana Trench, which is the deepest part of the Earth's oceans. It is located in the western Pacific Ocean and has a depth of approximately 10,994 meters (36,070 feet).
- Puerto Rico Trench: This is the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean and is located to the north of Puerto Rico. It has a maximum depth of about 8,376 meters (27,480 feet).
- Wharton Basin: This is a region of the Indian Ocean off the western coast of Australia. It contains various geological features, including ridges and faults, but it is not a trench.
- Trenches vs. Ocean: Trenches are deep depressions in the ocean floor, often caused by tectonic plate subduction. The Pacific Ocean, while containing several trenches, is not itself a trench but a vast water body.
Last updated on Apr 10, 2025
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