The document provides information about the seven major continents of the world, including their sizes, populations, and number of countries. It describes the geographic features and locations of each continent. It also discusses some island groups, including the Caribbean islands and islands in the Pacific Ocean.
This document provides information about the seven continents and five oceans. It details the countries that make up each continent, as well as the oceans that border them. Several activities are listed at the end to help students learn the names and locations of the continents and oceans, including filling in a blank world map. The goal is to teach students to name and locate each of the seven continents and five oceans.
Geographically, the Indian Ocean extends from Africa on the west to Australia and Indonesia on the east. Asia lies to the north and Antarctica to the south. The Indian Ocean is bounded by Iran, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh to the north. It is also bounded by the Malay Peninsula, the Sunda Islands of Indonesia, and Australia to the east. In the southwest it joins the Atlantic Ocean south of the southern tip of Africa, and to the east and southeast its waters mingle and merge with those of the Pacific. The ocean is 9,980 kilometres wide between the southern points of Africa and Australia.
It includes the geographical study of Arabian Sea, its location, physical features, ecosystems present in Arabian gulf and effect of environmental stressors etc.
The document discusses the seven continents of the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, and Australia. It provides key facts about each continent, including their sizes, locations, geographic features, climates, animals, and populations. Asia is the largest continent covering one-third of the world's land. The continents vary greatly from densely populated places to icy Antarctica which is covered in ice year-round.
The document discusses the seven continents of the world: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica. It provides 1-2 brief facts or details about each continent, such as common animals, languages spoken, countries, or geographical features. It also includes diagrams labeling each continent and a poem summarizing the seven continents.
Grade - 6 Geography Ch.6. continents and oceansNavya Rai
Grade - 6 Geography Ch.6. continents and oceans
The surface of the earth is covered with huge landmasses, known as continents, and large water bodies, known as oceans.
While continents are part of lithosphere, oceans form the hydrosphere.
Presentation contains up dated world map from continent wise to country wise at a glance (for beginners).along with Pakistan provincial and cities map.
Data taken from world atlas.
According to the document, the world's continents are Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, and Australia. Asia is the largest continent and includes various geographic features like the Himalayas and Gobi Desert. Europe contains around 50 countries and is separated from Asia by the Ural Mountains. The continents are also described in terms of their physical features, countries, and locations. Common geographic terms like islands, peninsulas, straits, and oceans are also defined.
This document provides information about the seven continents and five oceans. It details the countries that make up each continent, as well as the oceans that border them. Several activities are listed at the end to help students learn the names and locations of the continents and oceans, including filling in a blank world map. The goal is to teach students to name and locate each of the seven continents and five oceans.
Geographically, the Indian Ocean extends from Africa on the west to Australia and Indonesia on the east. Asia lies to the north and Antarctica to the south. The Indian Ocean is bounded by Iran, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh to the north. It is also bounded by the Malay Peninsula, the Sunda Islands of Indonesia, and Australia to the east. In the southwest it joins the Atlantic Ocean south of the southern tip of Africa, and to the east and southeast its waters mingle and merge with those of the Pacific. The ocean is 9,980 kilometres wide between the southern points of Africa and Australia.
It includes the geographical study of Arabian Sea, its location, physical features, ecosystems present in Arabian gulf and effect of environmental stressors etc.
The document discusses the seven continents of the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, and Australia. It provides key facts about each continent, including their sizes, locations, geographic features, climates, animals, and populations. Asia is the largest continent covering one-third of the world's land. The continents vary greatly from densely populated places to icy Antarctica which is covered in ice year-round.
The document discusses the seven continents of the world: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica. It provides 1-2 brief facts or details about each continent, such as common animals, languages spoken, countries, or geographical features. It also includes diagrams labeling each continent and a poem summarizing the seven continents.
Grade - 6 Geography Ch.6. continents and oceansNavya Rai
Grade - 6 Geography Ch.6. continents and oceans
The surface of the earth is covered with huge landmasses, known as continents, and large water bodies, known as oceans.
While continents are part of lithosphere, oceans form the hydrosphere.
Presentation contains up dated world map from continent wise to country wise at a glance (for beginners).along with Pakistan provincial and cities map.
Data taken from world atlas.
According to the document, the world's continents are Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, and Australia. Asia is the largest continent and includes various geographic features like the Himalayas and Gobi Desert. Europe contains around 50 countries and is separated from Asia by the Ural Mountains. The continents are also described in terms of their physical features, countries, and locations. Common geographic terms like islands, peninsulas, straits, and oceans are also defined.
The document is a presentation given by Anu Norula that is repeated over 30 times. It does not provide any other context or information about the content of the presentation.
The document provides information about 4 European countries: the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, and Italy. It discusses the population, languages, government, climate, and natural resources of each country. The key details provided include that the UK has a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy, Russia has a federal republic government, Germany has a federal republic government with a chancellor and president, and Italy has a democratic government with multiple political parties that sometimes work together.
The document contains a quiz about countries, continents, rivers, and cities around the world. It asks 10 multiple choice questions with increasing cash prizes for each correct answer, starting at £100 and culminating in a £1,000,000 prize for the final question. The questions cover topics like the largest country, longest river, capital cities, locations of natural landmarks, and more.
The document discusses the seven continents - Oceania, Antarctica, Australia, Africa, North America, South America, and Europe. It also mentions the oceans - Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern - and provides brief information about the Andalusian region in Spain, including the cities of Seville and Santiponce.
This document discusses countries and continents around the world. It lists the seven continents, as well as various countries including Australia, Canada, Ecuador, Egypt, China, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Romania, the United Kingdom, Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Spain, and Ireland. It also provides examples of asking and answering questions about where someone lives or is from, such as in London, Beijing, Ottawa, Quito, or Paris.
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Lesson 10: Continents and Countries of the WorldJamaica Olazo
This document provides information about the seven continents of the world:
- It describes the location and key physical features of each continent, including major mountain ranges, rivers, deserts, and lakes.
- It also lists some of the most populous countries and major cities found within Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica.
- The document aims to teach about the geographical makeup and notable characteristics of each continent.
GEOGRAPHY YEAR 9 - CONTINENTS AND OCEANS. Contains: what is a continent, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Australia, what is a ocean, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic.
The document describes the seven continents and five major oceans of the world. It provides details about the location and key features of each continent, including their highest mountains, longest rivers, largest deserts, and prominent countries. It also describes the five oceans - the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic oceans - and highlights their sizes, depths, and notable underwater geographic features.
The sphere of water on earth refers to the hydrosphere.
It encompasses all the water present in seas, oceans, lakes, rivers, reservoirs, ice caps, soil moisture, water vapor in the atmosphere and also as groundwater.
Among all these, ocean stands as a principal component of the hydrosphere. About 97 per cent of all the water available on the earth are existing as oceans. This module explains the global seas and oceans.
Here are the seven continents and five major oceans of the Earth:
Continents:
1. North America
2. South America
3. Europe
4. Asia
5. Africa
6. Australia
7. Antarctica
Oceans:
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Atlantic Ocean
3. Indian Ocean
4. Southern Ocean
5. Arctic Ocean
The document provides information on several topics related to Earth:
1) Earth is often called the "blue planet" because it appears blue from space and 70% of its surface is covered in water.
2) Earth has four main layers from the center out - the inner core, outer core, mantle, and crust. The mantle makes up 85% of Earth's mass.
3) The seven continents formed from the breaking apart of the supercontinent Pangaea, ranging in size from largest Asia to smallest Australia.
4) The two main movements of Earth are its rotation on its axis, which causes day and night, and its revolution around the sun, which causes the seasons.
The Caribbean Sea is located in the Western Hemisphere bounded by Central America, Mexico, and South America. It has an area of about 2.7 million square kilometers and its deepest point is the Cayman Trough at 7,686 meters below sea level. Politically, the Caribbean region consists of island nations as well as countries on the surrounding mainland that are members of organizations like the Caribbean Community and the Association of Caribbean States, which together represent over 227 million people.
This document provides information about the seven continents and five oceans. It describes the location and key details of each continent, such as the countries it contains and surrounding bodies of water. It also provides facts about each of the five oceans, including their sizes and average depths. The objectives are to name and locate the continents and oceans on a map. Comprehension activities are suggested at the end to reinforce learning about the continents and oceans.
Introduction of continents and oceans...Elements of map reading,Greenwich mean time, international date line, Elements of weather and climate.climatic zones of world. Natural vegetation of world..
There are 5 oceans in the world: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Antarctic, and Arctic oceans. The document provides brief descriptions of each ocean, noting key features like their locations and surrounding regions. It also explains that oceans are incredibly important as they cover most of the Earth's surface, support a vast diversity of life, produce oxygen, and provide food for many species including humans.
There are 5 oceans in the world: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Antarctic, and Arctic oceans. The document provides brief descriptions of each ocean, noting key features like their locations and surrounding regions. It also explains that oceans are incredibly important as they cover most of the Earth's surface, support a vast diversity of life, produce oxygen, and provide food for many species including humans.
Discover the wonders of our planet with the 7 Continents Of The World. From the vast landscapes of Asia to the breathtaking beauty of South America, explore diverse cultures, stunning natural wonders, and iconic landmarks. Uncover the mysteries of each continent, from the icy wilderness of Antarctica to the bustling cities of Europe. Embark on an educational and immersive journey across the globe, experiencing the unique charm and rich heritage of the 7 Continents Of The World.
This document provides an overview of the key topics to be covered in a course about North America, including:
1. The physical setting, location, and extent of North America.
2. The major physical divisions of North America - the Western Cordilleras, Great Central Plains, Appalachian Highlands, and Coastal Plains.
3. Important physical features like the Rocky Mountains, rivers, lakes, and climate zones will also be discussed.
The goal is for students to understand the geography, resources, and development of North America as one of the most prosperous regions in the world.
The document summarizes the five major oceans of the world and their geographical boundaries. The five oceans are the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic Oceans. It provides the locations and key defining features of each ocean, including their percentages of Earth's surface area and water volume. It also lists some of the major seas and their locations.
The document describes the seven continents and five oceans of the world. It provides details on the location and key facts about each continent. Asia is the largest continent and most populous. It is home to China, Mt. Everest, Burj Khalifa, Lake Baikal, and the Caspian Sea. Africa is the second largest continent and home to the Sahara desert, the Nile River, African elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, Nile crocodiles, and gorillas. North America is made up of 23 countries and includes Lake Superior and lion's mane jellyfish.
The document is a presentation given by Anu Norula that is repeated over 30 times. It does not provide any other context or information about the content of the presentation.
The document provides information about 4 European countries: the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, and Italy. It discusses the population, languages, government, climate, and natural resources of each country. The key details provided include that the UK has a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy, Russia has a federal republic government, Germany has a federal republic government with a chancellor and president, and Italy has a democratic government with multiple political parties that sometimes work together.
The document contains a quiz about countries, continents, rivers, and cities around the world. It asks 10 multiple choice questions with increasing cash prizes for each correct answer, starting at £100 and culminating in a £1,000,000 prize for the final question. The questions cover topics like the largest country, longest river, capital cities, locations of natural landmarks, and more.
The document discusses the seven continents - Oceania, Antarctica, Australia, Africa, North America, South America, and Europe. It also mentions the oceans - Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern - and provides brief information about the Andalusian region in Spain, including the cities of Seville and Santiponce.
This document discusses countries and continents around the world. It lists the seven continents, as well as various countries including Australia, Canada, Ecuador, Egypt, China, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Romania, the United Kingdom, Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Spain, and Ireland. It also provides examples of asking and answering questions about where someone lives or is from, such as in London, Beijing, Ottawa, Quito, or Paris.
The document provides an overview of geography concepts and various regions in Asia, including key details about China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Mongolia, and Japan. It discusses the geography, climate, agriculture, industries, and other basic facts about these areas. It also briefly introduces the Kyoto Protocol and mentions it aims to reduce emissions by top emitting countries.
Lesson 10: Continents and Countries of the WorldJamaica Olazo
This document provides information about the seven continents of the world:
- It describes the location and key physical features of each continent, including major mountain ranges, rivers, deserts, and lakes.
- It also lists some of the most populous countries and major cities found within Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica.
- The document aims to teach about the geographical makeup and notable characteristics of each continent.
GEOGRAPHY YEAR 9 - CONTINENTS AND OCEANS. Contains: what is a continent, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Australia, what is a ocean, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic.
The document describes the seven continents and five major oceans of the world. It provides details about the location and key features of each continent, including their highest mountains, longest rivers, largest deserts, and prominent countries. It also describes the five oceans - the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic oceans - and highlights their sizes, depths, and notable underwater geographic features.
The sphere of water on earth refers to the hydrosphere.
It encompasses all the water present in seas, oceans, lakes, rivers, reservoirs, ice caps, soil moisture, water vapor in the atmosphere and also as groundwater.
Among all these, ocean stands as a principal component of the hydrosphere. About 97 per cent of all the water available on the earth are existing as oceans. This module explains the global seas and oceans.
Here are the seven continents and five major oceans of the Earth:
Continents:
1. North America
2. South America
3. Europe
4. Asia
5. Africa
6. Australia
7. Antarctica
Oceans:
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Atlantic Ocean
3. Indian Ocean
4. Southern Ocean
5. Arctic Ocean
The document provides information on several topics related to Earth:
1) Earth is often called the "blue planet" because it appears blue from space and 70% of its surface is covered in water.
2) Earth has four main layers from the center out - the inner core, outer core, mantle, and crust. The mantle makes up 85% of Earth's mass.
3) The seven continents formed from the breaking apart of the supercontinent Pangaea, ranging in size from largest Asia to smallest Australia.
4) The two main movements of Earth are its rotation on its axis, which causes day and night, and its revolution around the sun, which causes the seasons.
The Caribbean Sea is located in the Western Hemisphere bounded by Central America, Mexico, and South America. It has an area of about 2.7 million square kilometers and its deepest point is the Cayman Trough at 7,686 meters below sea level. Politically, the Caribbean region consists of island nations as well as countries on the surrounding mainland that are members of organizations like the Caribbean Community and the Association of Caribbean States, which together represent over 227 million people.
This document provides information about the seven continents and five oceans. It describes the location and key details of each continent, such as the countries it contains and surrounding bodies of water. It also provides facts about each of the five oceans, including their sizes and average depths. The objectives are to name and locate the continents and oceans on a map. Comprehension activities are suggested at the end to reinforce learning about the continents and oceans.
Introduction of continents and oceans...Elements of map reading,Greenwich mean time, international date line, Elements of weather and climate.climatic zones of world. Natural vegetation of world..
There are 5 oceans in the world: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Antarctic, and Arctic oceans. The document provides brief descriptions of each ocean, noting key features like their locations and surrounding regions. It also explains that oceans are incredibly important as they cover most of the Earth's surface, support a vast diversity of life, produce oxygen, and provide food for many species including humans.
There are 5 oceans in the world: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Antarctic, and Arctic oceans. The document provides brief descriptions of each ocean, noting key features like their locations and surrounding regions. It also explains that oceans are incredibly important as they cover most of the Earth's surface, support a vast diversity of life, produce oxygen, and provide food for many species including humans.
Discover the wonders of our planet with the 7 Continents Of The World. From the vast landscapes of Asia to the breathtaking beauty of South America, explore diverse cultures, stunning natural wonders, and iconic landmarks. Uncover the mysteries of each continent, from the icy wilderness of Antarctica to the bustling cities of Europe. Embark on an educational and immersive journey across the globe, experiencing the unique charm and rich heritage of the 7 Continents Of The World.
This document provides an overview of the key topics to be covered in a course about North America, including:
1. The physical setting, location, and extent of North America.
2. The major physical divisions of North America - the Western Cordilleras, Great Central Plains, Appalachian Highlands, and Coastal Plains.
3. Important physical features like the Rocky Mountains, rivers, lakes, and climate zones will also be discussed.
The goal is for students to understand the geography, resources, and development of North America as one of the most prosperous regions in the world.
The document summarizes the five major oceans of the world and their geographical boundaries. The five oceans are the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic Oceans. It provides the locations and key defining features of each ocean, including their percentages of Earth's surface area and water volume. It also lists some of the major seas and their locations.
The document describes the seven continents and five oceans of the world. It provides details on the location and key facts about each continent. Asia is the largest continent and most populous. It is home to China, Mt. Everest, Burj Khalifa, Lake Baikal, and the Caspian Sea. Africa is the second largest continent and home to the Sahara desert, the Nile River, African elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, Nile crocodiles, and gorillas. North America is made up of 23 countries and includes Lake Superior and lion's mane jellyfish.
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The document discusses the seven continents of the world. It provides 3-4 facts about each continent, such as Asia being the largest continent and home to many ancient civilizations, Africa being rich in minerals and the origin of humans, and Australia having more sheep than people. It also notes interesting details about Antarctica being the coldest, driest, and windiest place on Earth and its size fluctuating with the seasons.
The document summarizes the plans of five students from Amazonia University to travel around the world over five continents - Africa, Europe, Oceania, Asia, and America - to immerse themselves in English-speaking environments and experience different cultures and histories. It provides brief descriptions of places they intend to visit on each continent, including highlights of Africa like the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt and Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. In Asia, it mentions places like Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Taj Mahal in India, and Dubai. Descriptions of popular destinations in Oceania, Europe, and the Americas are also provided. The document concludes by discussing the students' potential experiences and lessons from traveling globally.
The students in the Second Grade Enrichment Group learned research skills by studying the seven continents. They drew maps, compared globes and maps, chose a continent to research, took notes from resources, and created reports, poems, and presentations about each continent and the oceans. They presented their work on Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America, and the oceans.
The Atlantic is relatively a narrow body of water. It exists between two parallel continental masses.
The Atlantic Ocean touches both the Europe and the Africa on its eastern side. It is bounded by North America and South America along its western region. The Atlantic has no definite northern or southern boundaries. It runs into the Arctic Ocean on the north, and the Antarctic Ocean on the south. Some geographers consider the Arctic Circle as its northern boundary, and the Antarctic Circle as its southern boundary. The ancient Romans named the Atlantic after the Atlas mountains. These mountains rose at the western end of the Mediterranean sea.
The document provides information about each of the seven continents:
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1. Chapter 3Chapter 3
Continents, Countries and CapitalsContinents, Countries and Capitals
ObjectiveObjective: understanding the major landmasses of the world,: understanding the major landmasses of the world,
and gaining general insight about the countries in the worldand gaining general insight about the countries in the world
2. ContinentsContinents
The major landmasses of the world are;The major landmasses of the world are;
EuropeEurope
AsiaAsia
AfricaAfrica
North AmericaNorth America
South AmericaSouth America
AntarcticaAntarctica
Australia/OceaniaAustralia/Oceania
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3.
4. Continents by SizeContinents by Size
#1#1 AsiaAsia - (44,579,000 sq km)- (44,579,000 sq km)
#2#2 AfricaAfrica - (30,065,000 sq km)- (30,065,000 sq km)
#3#3 North AmericaNorth America - (24,256,000 sq km)- (24,256,000 sq km)
#4#4 South AmericaSouth America - (17,819,000 sq km)- (17,819,000 sq km)
#5#5 AntarcticaAntarctica - (13,209,000 sq km)- (13,209,000 sq km)
#6 Europe - (9,938,000 sq km)#6 Europe - (9,938,000 sq km)
#7 Australia/Oceania - (7,687,000 sq km)#7 Australia/Oceania - (7,687,000 sq km)
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5. Continents by populationContinents by population
#1#1 AsiaAsia - (3,674,000,000)- (3,674,000,000)
#2#2 AfricaAfrica - (778,000,000)- (778,000,000)
#3#3 EuropeEurope - (732,000,000)- (732,000,000)
#4#4 North AmericaNorth America - (483,000,000)- (483,000,000)
#5#5 South AmericaSouth America - (342,000,000)- (342,000,000)
#6#6 Australia/OceaniaAustralia/Oceania - (31,000,000)- (31,000,000)
#7#7 AntarcticaAntarctica - (0)- (0)
6. Continents by the number of countriesContinents by the number of countries
#1#1 AfricaAfrica - (53)- (53)
#3#3 EuropeEurope - (46)- (46)
#2#2 AsiaAsia - (44)- (44)
#4#4 North AmericaNorth America - (23)- (23)
#5#5 Australia/Australia/OceaniaOceania - (14)- (14)
#6#6 South AmericaSouth America - (12)- (12)
7. EuropeEurope
The landmass that extends from the UralThe landmass that extends from the Ural
Mountains in Russia on the east and theMountains in Russia on the east and the
Bosporus Strait in Turkey to the Atlantic OceanBosporus Strait in Turkey to the Atlantic Ocean
on the west.on the west.
Also includes the islands/nations of the UnitedAlso includes the islands/nations of the United
Kingdom, Ireland, Iceland and Malta.Kingdom, Ireland, Iceland and Malta.
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8. AsiaAsia
The landmass that extends from the Bosporus Strait inThe landmass that extends from the Bosporus Strait in
Turkey on the west, the Ural Mountains in Russia onTurkey on the west, the Ural Mountains in Russia on
the north and the Suez Canal in Egypt on the south tothe north and the Suez Canal in Egypt on the south to
the Pacific Ocean on the east.the Pacific Ocean on the east.
Also includes islands/nations of Cyprus, Sri Lanka, theAlso includes islands/nations of Cyprus, Sri Lanka, the
Maldives, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia and the Philippines.Maldives, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia and the Philippines.
Since Europe and Asia are connected at the UralSince Europe and Asia are connected at the Ural
Mountains, the entire landmass is called Eurasia.Mountains, the entire landmass is called Eurasia.
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9. AfricaAfrica
The landmass bordered by the Atlantic OceanThe landmass bordered by the Atlantic Ocean
on the west, the Indian Ocean on the east, theon the west, the Indian Ocean on the east, the
Mediterranean Sea on the north and the Red SeaMediterranean Sea on the north and the Red Sea
and Suez Canal on the northeast.and Suez Canal on the northeast.
Includes the islands/nations of the Seychelles,Includes the islands/nations of the Seychelles,
Comoros, Mauritius, Reunion, Sao Tome andComoros, Mauritius, Reunion, Sao Tome and
Principe, Madagascar, Cape Verde, and thePrincipe, Madagascar, Cape Verde, and the
Canary Islands.Canary Islands.
http://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/africa.htmhttp://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/africa.htm
10. North AmericaNorth America
The landmass bordered by the Atlantic OceanThe landmass bordered by the Atlantic Ocean
on the east, the Pacific Ocean on the west, theon the east, the Pacific Ocean on the west, the
Arctic Ocean on the north and the nation ofArctic Ocean on the north and the nation of
Colombia on the south.Colombia on the south.
Includes Greenland, Bermuda, the Bahamas andIncludes Greenland, Bermuda, the Bahamas and
the islands of the Caribbean Sea.the islands of the Caribbean Sea.
http://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/namerica.htmhttp://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/namerica.htm
11. South AmericaSouth America
The landmass bordered by the Pacific Ocean onThe landmass bordered by the Pacific Ocean on
the west, the Atlantic Ocean on the east and thethe west, the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the
nation of Panama on the north.nation of Panama on the north.
Includes the Galapagos Islands and the FalklandIncludes the Galapagos Islands and the Falkland
Islands.Islands.
http://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/samerica.htmhttp://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/samerica.htm
12. AntarcticaAntarctica
The landmass on the very southeast, bordered by theThe landmass on the very southeast, bordered by the
Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans.Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
The world's coldest and most inaccessible regionThe world's coldest and most inaccessible region
LLargely covered by floating pack iceargely covered by floating pack ice
The Antarctic is much colder than the ArcticThe Antarctic is much colder than the Arctic,, onlyonly
inhabitants are visiting scientists.inhabitants are visiting scientists.
Various nations claim different parts of the AntarcticVarious nations claim different parts of the Antarctic
mainland. In 1959, twelve nations signed the Antarcticmainland. In 1959, twelve nations signed the Antarctic
Treaty and agreed that Antarctica should be used forTreaty and agreed that Antarctica should be used for
peaceful purposes only.peaceful purposes only.
13. AustraliaAustralia
The landmass bordered by the Indian Ocean onThe landmass bordered by the Indian Ocean on
the west, south and northwest; the Timor Sea,the west, south and northwest; the Timor Sea,
the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria onthe Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria on
the north; the Coral Sea on the east andthe north; the Coral Sea on the east and
northeast; and the Tasman Sea on the southeast.northeast; and the Tasman Sea on the southeast.
http://www.atlapedia.com/online/maps/physical/Australia.htmhttp://www.atlapedia.com/online/maps/physical/Australia.htm
http://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/oceania.htmhttp://go.hrw.com/atlas/norm_htm/oceania.htm
14. Oceans of the WorldOceans of the World
Oceans cover 70% of the Earth’s surface.Oceans cover 70% of the Earth’s surface.
They affect the weather and temperature by absorbingThey affect the weather and temperature by absorbing
the heat (solar radiation) coming from the sun.the heat (solar radiation) coming from the sun.
All oceans on earth are connected to each other.All oceans on earth are connected to each other.
There are four oceans: theThere are four oceans: the PacificPacific (the biggest and the(the biggest and the
deepest),deepest), AtlanticAtlantic,, IndianIndian andand ArcticArctic (the smallest). In(the smallest). In
2000, another is labeled as the2000, another is labeled as the Southern OceanSouthern Ocean
(surrounds Antarctica, really the southern portion of(surrounds Antarctica, really the southern portion of
the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans).the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans).
http://http://www.enchantedlearning.comwww.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/ocean//subjects/ocean/
15. Island GroupsIsland Groups
Islands are generally associated with the nearestIslands are generally associated with the nearest
continent to them, except the islands in the Pacificcontinent to them, except the islands in the Pacific
Ocean. The islands in the Pacific Ocean are collectivelyOcean. The islands in the Pacific Ocean are collectively
referred to as “Oceania” (the continent of Australia isreferred to as “Oceania” (the continent of Australia is
also included in Oceania).also included in Oceania).
Islands especially in warm climates attracts travelers.Islands especially in warm climates attracts travelers.
Some are visited as part of a travel to a mainlandSome are visited as part of a travel to a mainland
country (such as the Greek islands when traveled tocountry (such as the Greek islands when traveled to
Greece), some are destinations themselves. The mostGreece), some are destinations themselves. The most
popular are in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.popular are in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.
16. CaribbeanCaribbean
Caribbean islands are the islands in the Caribbean Sea.Caribbean islands are the islands in the Caribbean Sea.
They do not include the Bahamas and Bermuda.They do not include the Bahamas and Bermuda.
AntillesAntilles: another name for the Caribbean Islands.: another name for the Caribbean Islands.
Great AntillesGreat Antilles: the largest ones including Cuba,: the largest ones including Cuba,
Hispaniola (countries of Haiti and the DominicanHispaniola (countries of Haiti and the Dominican
Republic), Jamaica and Puerto Rico.Republic), Jamaica and Puerto Rico.
Lesser AntillesLesser Antilles: those Caribbean islands not among: those Caribbean islands not among
the Greater Antilles.the Greater Antilles.
http://www.unspoiledislands.com/sunscribers/maps/map.cfmhttp://www.unspoiledislands.com/sunscribers/maps/map.cfm
17. PacificPacific
PolynesiaPolynesia: includes the islands within the triangle of: includes the islands within the triangle of
Hawaii, New Zealand and Eastern Island. It does notHawaii, New Zealand and Eastern Island. It does not
include Fiji, though it includes Tuvalu. The terminclude Fiji, though it includes Tuvalu. The term
“Polynesia” means many islands.“Polynesia” means many islands.
MelanesiaMelanesia: the islands from New Guinea to Fiji and: the islands from New Guinea to Fiji and
New Caledonia.New Caledonia.
MicronesiaMicronesia: the islands in the western Pacific,: the islands in the western Pacific,
including islands from Palau to Kiribati, the Marshallsincluding islands from Palau to Kiribati, the Marshalls
and Nauru. The term “Micronesia” means small islands.and Nauru. The term “Micronesia” means small islands.
httphttp://www.mapsouthpacific.com/pacific/index.html://www.mapsouthpacific.com/pacific/index.html
18. Major Mountain RangesMajor Mountain Ranges
Rockies;Rockies; North American range running from AlaskaNorth American range running from Alaska
to Mexico. It covers the Sierra Nevada range betweento Mexico. It covers the Sierra Nevada range between
California and Nevada.California and Nevada.
Sierra Madre (Occidental);Sierra Madre (Occidental); the continuation of thethe continuation of the
Rockies, runs through Mexico in the north-southRockies, runs through Mexico in the north-south
direction.direction.
Andes;Andes; a South American mountain chain, running in aa South American mountain chain, running in a
north-south direction, primarily in Ecuador, Bolivia,north-south direction, primarily in Ecuador, Bolivia,
Peru, Chile and Argentina.Peru, Chile and Argentina.
http://http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/americas_phys.pdfwww.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/americas_phys.pdf
19. Alps;Alps; a European mountain chain running in an east-a European mountain chain running in an east-
west direction, primarily in Germany, Austria,west direction, primarily in Germany, Austria,
Switzerland, France, Italy and Slovenia.Switzerland, France, Italy and Slovenia.
Himalaya;Himalaya; An Asian mountain chain running in anAn Asian mountain chain running in an
east-west direction, primarily in China (Tibet), Bhutan,east-west direction, primarily in China (Tibet), Bhutan,
Nepal, India, and Pakistan.Nepal, India, and Pakistan.
http://http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/world_phys.pdfwww.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/world_phys.pdf
(also see the world map on page 5 of your course book)(also see the world map on page 5 of your course book)
20. Countries of the WorldCountries of the World
According to UN, there are 191 countries in the worldAccording to UN, there are 191 countries in the world
(excluding the Vatican City).(excluding the Vatican City).
There are 193 countries (including Taiwan and theThere are 193 countries (including Taiwan and the
Vatican City).Vatican City).
Places commonly confused as being countries includePlaces commonly confused as being countries include
Puerto Rico,Puerto Rico, Bermuda,, andand Greenland.
httphttp://geography.about.com/library/weekly/aa091399.htm://geography.about.com/library/weekly/aa091399.htm
The countries of the World and their CapitalsThe countries of the World and their Capitals
http://geography.about.com/library/misc/blnationalcapitals.htmhttp://geography.about.com/library/misc/blnationalcapitals.htm
21. Countries in EuropeCountries in Europe
and their Capitalsand their Capitals
IcelandIceland
IrelandIreland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
PortugalPortugal
SpainSpain
FranceFrance
NorwayNorway
SwedenSweden
FinlandFinland
ReykjavikReykjavik
DublinDublin
LondonLondon
LisbonLisbon
MadridMadrid
ParisParis
OsloOslo
StockholmStockholm
HelsinkiHelsinki
26. Countries in AsiaCountries in Asia
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/asia_pacific.pdfhttp://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/asia_pacific.pdf
27. Countries in AfricaCountries in Africa
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/afr_asia_pol.pdfhttp://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/afr_asia_pol.pdf
28. Countries in North AmericaCountries in North America
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/n_america.pdfhttp://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/n_america.pdf
29. Countries in South AmericaCountries in South America
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/s_america.pdfhttp://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/s_america.pdf
30. Countries in OceaniaCountries in Oceania
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/se_asia_pac_pol.pdfhttp://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/pdf/se_asia_pac_pol.pdf