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The term hemisphere refers to one of the four regions of the world that were created due to the impact of the most influential line of latitude, the equator, and the most crucial line of longitude, the prime meridian. The oceans are the largest water bodies on the earth's surface, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Organization, they cover an area of roughly 139,000,000 square miles which is equivalent to 71% of the world's total surface area. While the region of the world north of the equator has the highest territory covered by land, the region to the south of the equator has the most area covered by oceans.

Composition of the Southern Hemisphere

The region of the world located to the south of the equator or the Southern Hemisphere is composed of both land and water. According to the book, Life on Earth, 33% of the world's total land area is situated in the Southern Hemisphere. The book also indicates that oceans in the Southern Hemisphere span across 81% of the region. Out of the five recognized oceans in the world, four have a section that is situated within the Southern Hemisphere. The Arctic Ocean is the only major water body that does not have a section situated within the Southern Hemisphere.

Which Hemisphere Has The Largest Area Covered By Oceans?

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I learned this in 7th grade science class.