The oldest recorded mention of the name “Atlantic” was in the Histories of Herodotus of Ancient Greek around 450 BC. In the Greek language, the word “Atlantis” loosely translates t… See more

The Atlantic Ocean’s origin and development are based on plate tectonics and continental … See more

The Atlantic Ocean covers about 41.1 million square miles or 20% of the Earth's total area. The North Atlantic Ocean spans 16.02 million square miles, while the South Atlantic Oc… See more

The Atlantic Ocean’s climate is influenced by several factors, including wind, water current, and surface water temperature. Although maritime climates are prevalent, they are m… See more