The continent

 What are the continents before knowing the seven continents of the world and the facts related to them?  It is necessary to know this.

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 Continent

 The continent is a structure of the earth, which is a raised terrain raised to a certain height above sea level.  It stands apart from the sea on Earth.  Continental magnets and magnitudes up to about 600 feet inside the sea are also kept under the continents.  The continent is a very large part of the earth whose boundaries can be clearly identified.  There are seven continents in the world.  Which are as follows -

 Asia

 Africa

 North America

 South America

 Antarctica

 Europe

 Australia

 

 Asia continent of the world -

 Asia is the largest continent of the seven continents of the world and is the birthplace of all religions.  Most ancient civilizations developed along the rivers of the continent of Asia, which is why these rivers are called the cradle of civilization.  Some important facts related to the continent of Asia are given below -

 About 29.5% of the world's area is with Asia.

 It covers about 1/3 of the total area of ​​the world.

 The continent of Asia ranks first in the production of rice, jute, cotton, silk etc.

 Largest Country - China

 Smallest Country - Maldives

 Longest River - Yangtkyang

 Highest mountain peak - Mount Everest (8850 m)

 Largest Lake - Caspian Sea

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 Continent of africa

 Africa is the second largest continent in the world, almost all the oldest and latest cultures are found here.  Some important facts related to the continent of Africa are given below -

 The continent of Africa covers about 20.2% of the world's total area.

 It is the only continent through which the equator, the circle and the circle of Capricorn pass.

 There is not a single river in the country of Libya.

 1/3 of Africa is desert.

 Only 10% of the land here is arable.

 Africa leads in diamond and gold production.

 Largest Country - Algeria

 Smallest Country - Mayotte

 Longest river - Nile

 Highest mountain peak - Kilimanjaro (5895 m)

 Largest Lake - Victoria

 Kimberley, the world's largest diamond mine, is located on this continent.

 The longest river in the world originates from Lake Victoria.

 The highest water-carrying river - Zaire (Congo)

 The Congo River crosses the equator line in two places.

 The former name of the Congo here was Zaire.  It was ruled by Belgium.

 The country here is also called the country of oil palm.

 Also read ... Africa's major countries are their capital, currency and area

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 North America Continent -

 North America is the third major continent of the world, it is called the new world.  North America was discovered by Columbus in 1492 AD.  There are several islands in its southern part which are known as Western Islands or West Indies.  Some important facts related to North America are given below -

 It is spread over 16.5% of the world.

 Half of the total maize production of the world is produced here.

 Largest Country - Canada

 Smallest Country - Saint-Pierre

 Longest River - Mississippi-Missouri

 Highest mountain peak - Denali [Old name - Mount Mackinlay] (6194 m.)

 Largest lake - Superior (World's largest freshwater lake)

 South America Continent -

 South America is the fourth largest continent in the world.  About two-thirds of it is spread in the tropical zone south of the equator.  South America, Central America, Mexico and West Indies are combined to be called Latin America.  Some important facts related to South America are given below -

 Its area is about 11.80% of the world's area.

 A large part of it is forested.

 Largest Country - Brazil

 Smallest Country - Falkland Islands

 Longest River - Amazon

 Highest mountain peak - Akkonagua / Akonkagwa / Ekankagua [Aconcagua] (6906 m.)

 Also read ... The Internal Structure of the Earth

 North and South American, Caribbean Sea, Osanian Major Countries Information

 Antarctica Continent -

 Antarctica is the fifth largest continent in the world.  It is located in the southern hemisphere.  It is called white continent due to being completely snowed.  The first attempt to discover this continent was made by James Cook, a sailor.  But they could not reach its land even after crossing the Antarctic Circle.  The discovery of the mainland of the continent is attributed to Fabian Welling Schössen, who arrived on the Antarctica continent in 1820 AD by a ship named Vostock.  Some important facts related to Antarctica are given below -

 It is the only continent that is completely uninhabited and deserted.

 It is located entirely in the Southern Hemisphere and the South Pole is located in the middle of it.

 Highest mountain peak - Vinson Massif

 Continent of europe -

 The continent of Europe is the smallest continent in the northern hemisphere and the sixth largest continent in the world.  It is called the peninsula of peninsulas or the peninsula of Eurasia.  The included territory of Europe and Asia is called Eurasia.  Some important facts related to Europe are given below -

 Europe has 6.5% of the world's area.

 Important minerals of Europe are iron ore, coal, petroleum, natural gas etc.

 Largest Country - Russia

 Smallest Country - Vatican City

 Longest river - Volga

 Highest mountain peak - Elbrush (5,642 m)

 Largest Lake - Ladoga

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 Australia Continent -

 Australia is the smallest continent in the world.  Hence, it is also called island continent.  It was discovered by James Cook in 1770 AD.  This continent is located entirely in the southern hemisphere.  Some important facts related to Australia are given below -

 The circle of Capricorn passes through it.

 It is the only country that spans the entire continent.

 Australia is called a land of thirsty land, because a very large part of it receives very little rainfall.

 There is a shortage of water.

 Largest Country - Australia

 Smallest Country - Nauru

 Longest River - Murray-Darling

 Highest mountain peak - Kosciuszko Mountains / Koziasco Mountains [Mount Kosciuszko] (2,228 m.)

 Largest Lake - Eyre Lake