Q. Consider the following statements:

1. The coastline of Atlantic Ocean is highly indented.
2. It provides ideal location for natural harbours and ports.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest Ocean in the world. It is ‘S’ shaped. It is flanked by the North and South America on the western side, and Europe and Africa on the eastern side. The coastline of Atlantic Ocean is highly indented. This irregular and indented coastline provides ideal location for natural harbours and ports. From the point of view of commerce, it is the busiest ocean.

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