Knowing the continents and oceans is important for a variety of reasons. It helps with understanding geography, history, and culture. It also aids in navigation, communication, and building global awareness and empathy.
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No, seas are bodies of saltwater that are connected to oceans and are typically surrounded by land on all sides. Continents are large landmasses that are also surrounded by water such as oceans and seas.
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Australia, Europe, Australia- these are the continents. The oceans- Arctic, Pacific, Atlantic and Indian. Some say that there is a 5th one- the Southern ocean.
All continents are partially in the Western Hemisphere (Australia is including only if including the region of Oceania). North America and South America are the only continents fully in the Western Hemisphere. The Atlantic, Arctic, Pacific, and Southern Oceans are part of the Western Hemisphere as well.
Continents are important for several reasons: they provide a framework for understanding Earth's geology and plate tectonics, they determine the distribution of landmasses and oceans which shapes climate and ecosystems, and they offer a geographic basis for delineating regions, cultures, and habitats. Additionally, continents influence trade routes, migration patterns, and the development of human societies.