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How big is the ocean?

An astounding and monumental part of the planet

How big is the ocean?
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05/11/2025 09:00 ‧ 3 hours ago | StarsInsider

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Picture yourself on a wide beach, gazing across the endless blue of the ocean, awestruck by waves thundering to shore and the horizon stretching into mystery. Is it truly possible to grasp the ocean’s staggering magnitude?

Approximately four billion years ago, the Earth was entirely covered in water, and it is now home to some of the most important biodiversity on the planet. How truly gargantuan is the ocean? What mysteries lie beneath its surface that would put anyone in awe? Click on to find out.

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