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Continents & Oceans (Cambridge (CIE) AS Environmental Management)

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Alistair Marjot

Written by: Alistair Marjot

Reviewed by: Bridgette Barrett

Continents

  • Continents are the main continuous expanses of land on Earth

  • There are seven recognised continents:

    • North America

    • South America

    • Europe

    • Asia

    • Africa

    • Oceania

    • Antarctica

Oceans

  • Oceans are very large expanses of sea (saltwater)

    • They represent the main areas into which the sea is divided geographically

  • There are five recognised oceans:

    • Pacific Ocean

    • Atlantic Ocean

    • Indian Ocean

    • Arctic Ocean

    • Southern Ocean

A map of the world showing the seven recognised continents and five recognised oceans
A map of the world showing the seven recognised continents and five recognised oceans

  • There are also many recognised seas on the planet, such as:

    • Mediterranean Sea

    • Black Sea

    • Irish Sea

    • Dead Sea

    • Caribbean Sea

  • Seas are smaller areas of water than oceans and they are often partially enclosed by land

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    Alistair Marjot

    Author: Alistair Marjot

    Expertise: Biology & Environmental Systems and Societies

    Alistair graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Biological Sciences. He has taught GCSE/IGCSE Biology, as well as Biology and Environmental Systems & Societies for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. While teaching in Oxford, Alistair completed his MA Education as Head of Department for Environmental Systems & Societies. Alistair has continued to pursue his interests in ecology and environmental science, recently gaining an MSc in Wildlife Biology & Conservation with Edinburgh Napier University.

    Bridgette Barrett

    Author: Bridgette Barrett

    Expertise: Geography Lead

    After graduating with a degree in Geography, Bridgette completed a PGCE over 25 years ago. She later gained an MA Learning, Technology and Education from the University of Nottingham focussing on online learning. At a time when the study of geography has never been more important, Bridgette is passionate about creating content which supports students in achieving their potential in geography and builds their confidence.