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Explain the following terms: (a) Continent (b) Ocean (c) Island: Class 6

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Explain the following terms: (a) Continent (b) Ocean (c) Island: Class 6


Question 1.

Explain the following terms: Class 6

(a) Continent

(b) Ocean

(c) Island

Answer:

(a) Continent : A large continuous expanse of land is called continent.

(b) Ocean : The largest water body on the Earth is called ocean.

(c) Island : An island is a landmass that is smaller than a continent and is completely surrounded by water.


Question 2.

Let us draw : Without looking at the maps in this chapter, draw the continents free hand on a sheet of paper and colour them. Then compare your drawing with the map of oceans and continents in the chapter. Class 6

Answer:

[Hint : Remember the shape with nick names of some think to draw continents.]

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