Geography Oceans

How deep is The North Sea at its deepest place?

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Correct answer

690 m

Explanation

The North Sea is a marginal sea of the Atlantic Ocean located between Great Britain and Scandinavia. The Ocean has an area of around 750,000 square kilometres (290,000 sq mi) and has a maximum depth of 700 m. The North Sea has long been the site of important European shipping lanes as well as a major fishery. Recently it has developed into a rich source of energy resources including fossil fuels, wind, and early efforts in wave power.

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Question added 2010-01-31