Which one among the following is a landlocked water body?

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  1. Mediterranean Sea
  2. Black Sea
  3. Red Sea
  4. Caspian Sea

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Option 4 : Caspian Sea
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The correct answer is Caspian Sea.

Key Points

  • The Caspian Sea is the largest enclosed inland body of water on Earth by area.
  • It is bordered by five countries: Kazakhstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, and Iran.
  • The Caspian Sea is landlocked, meaning it is entirely surrounded by land with no direct connection to the world's oceans.
  • Its surface area is approximately 371,000 square kilometers, making it larger than Germany.
  • Despite being called a sea, it is classified as the world's largest saltwater lake.

Additional Information

  • Black Sea
    • The Black Sea is a body of water between Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
    • It is connected to the Mediterranean Sea via the Bosporus Strait.
    • The Black Sea is bordered by six countries: Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Russia, Georgia, and Turkey.
  • Mediterranean Sea
    • The Mediterranean Sea is connected to the Atlantic Ocean and almost entirely enclosed by land: Southern Europe and Anatolia to the north, North Africa to the south, and the Levant to the east.
    • It covers an approximate area of 2.5 million square kilometers.
    • It is known for its historical significance and as a major route for merchants and travelers of ancient times.
  • Red Sea
    • The Red Sea is a seawater inlet of the Indian Ocean, lying between Africa and Asia.
    • It is connected to the Mediterranean Sea via the Suez Canal.
    • It is one of the world's warmest and saltiest bodies of seawater.
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