Fun Facts About Our Planet Earth
- Over 190 nations call Earth their home.
- The earth is the third planet from the sun in our galaxy.
- It has the perfect mix of water, oxygen, light, heat, and minerals to support life.
- The earth’s surface is 71% water and 29% land.
The five largest bodies of water are:
- Pacific Ocean
- Atlantic Ocean
- Indian Ocean
- Southern Ocean
- Arctic Ocean
The largest portions of land, called continents, are:
- Africa
- Antarctica
- Asia
- Australia
- Europe
- North America
- South America
- The Pacific Islands together with Australia are often referred to as the continent of Oceania
Teachers: Check out GeoMatters.com for Geography resources.
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