Question

    In which ocean is the world's deepest point, the "Mariana

    Trench," located?
    A Indian Ocean Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Atlantic Ocean Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Antarctic Ocean Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Pacific Ocean Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Mariana Trench is located in the western Pacific Ocean, east of the Mariana Islands. It reaches a maximum-known depth of 10,994 meters (36,070 feet) at a location called Challenger Deep, making it the deepest natural point in the world's oceans. The trench was formed through the process of oceanic-oceanic subduction.

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