Question
Which canal connects the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean?
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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Panama Canal
Panama Canal Connects Pacific and Atlantic Oceans
The Panama Canal is the specific artificial waterway that connects the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean.
This vital canal cuts across the Isthmus of Panama, providing a direct maritime route between the two large oceans. It links the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea (part of the Atlantic Ocean), significantly reducing travel time and distance for global shipping.
Incorrect Canal Connections
- The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
- The Kiel Canal connects the North Sea to the Baltic Sea.
- The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf in Greece.
Therefore, the Panama Canal is the correct answer as it is the only option that directly links the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
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