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31 Spotlighted on Unit 4: Spotlight
The Largest Continent in the World
Asia is the largest and most populous continent, Asia
covering about 44.58 million square kilometers
(17.2 million square miles) and home to 4.7 billion
people—around 60% of the global population.
This diverse region is known for its vast geography,
cultural richness, and economic significance. It
stretches from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the
Indian Ocean in the south, and from the Pacific
Ocean in the east to Europe and Africa in the west.
Various aspects of Asia
Mount Everest
Great Wall of China
Located on the border between Nepal and
The Great Wall stretches over 13,000 Tibet, Mount Everest is the highest peak in
miles and is one of the most iconic the world, standing at 29,032 feet (8,848
landmarks in the world.
meters).
The Dead Sea
Situated between Jordan and Israel, the
Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth’s
surface and has incredibly high salinity,
allowing people to float effortlessly.
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