ASEnvironmental ManagementCambridge (CIE)Revision Notes1. Introduction to Environmental Management1.1 Continents & Oceans1.1.1 Continents & Oceans

Continents & Oceans (Cambridge (CIE) AS Environmental Management): Revision Note

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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: Environmental Systems and Societies & Biology Content Creator

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

Reviewer: Bridgette Barrett

Expertise: Geography, History, Religious Studies & Environmental Studies Subject Lead

After graduating with a degree in Geography, Bridgette completed a PGCE over 30 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.

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