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Earth systems (hydrosphere): Which ocean constitutes the largest portion of Earth’s hydrosphere by surface area and water volume among the options listed? Choose the correct ocean.

Q: Earth systems (hydrosphere): Which ocean constitutes the largest portion of Earth’s hydrosphere by surface area and water volume among the options listed? Choose the correct ocean.

Concept/Approach The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean basin, containing the greatest share of the hydrosphere's surface water. Final Answer Pacific ocean

Difficulty: Easy

Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Pacific ocean
Antarctica ocean

Correct Answer: Pacific ocean

Explanation:

Concept/Approach
The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean basin, containing the greatest share of the hydrosphere's surface water.

Final Answer
Pacific ocean

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