Interesting Facts About The Indian Ocean
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The Indian Ocean is the warmest and third-largest ocean, known for its monsoon-driven currents and unique ecosystem.
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It's the warmest of the world's oceans and the youngest, formed from the ancient supercontinent Gondwana.
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It is home to the Rodrigues Triple Point, where the African, Australian, and Antarctic plates meet.
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The Indian Ocean contains a submerged continent, adding to its complex geology.
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It features the Coral Triangle, with vast coral reefs and diverse marine life, plus hydrothermal vents supporting unique ecosystems.
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The ocean experiences high evaporation due to equatorial warmth, leading to high salinity in some areas.
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It has a high negative water balance (more evaporation than input) and high amounts of hydrocarbons are present in its waters.
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It is a critical artery for global commerce, with major ports along its shores nd holds about 40% of the world's total oil deposits.
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