What are the major geographical features of the Earth?.

Earth's major geographical features include:

Key Facts

• Continents: There are seven continents (Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Australia).
• Oceans: Cover about 71% of the Earth’s surface (Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic).
• Mountains: The Himalayas are the highest range, with Mount Everest reaching 8,848 meters (29,029 feet).
• Plains: Extensive flatlands like the Great Plains in North America are crucial for agriculture.

Examples or Use Cases

• Understanding geographical features aids in disaster preparedness (e.g., floods, earthquakes).
• Geographical studies inform climate change impacts on different regions.

FAQs

• What is the largest continent? Asia is the largest continent by both area and population.
• Which ocean is the deepest? The Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean is the deepest part of the world's oceans.