Indian Ocean

The Indian Ocean is the third-largest ocean on Earth, covering about 70.6 million square kilometers (27.2 million square miles). It is bounded by Asia to the north, Africa to the west, Australia to the east, and the Southern Ocean to the south.

🌊 Key Facts about the Indian Ocean:
• Size: Covers about 19.8% of Earth’s water surface.
• Average Depth: Around 3,741 meters (12,274 feet).
• Deepest Point: Java Trench (also called Sunda Trench) at about 7,258 meters (23,812 feet).
• Climate: Warmest of the world’s oceans, strongly influenced by monsoons.
• Marine Life: Rich in tuna, shrimp, and other fisheries; coral reefs are abundant.
• Trade Routes: One of the busiest oceans for global shipping, connecting Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
• Important Ports: Mumbai, Colombo, Perth, Durban, and Mombasa.

Would you like me to also compare the Indian Ocean with the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans so you can see the differences?