The Arctic Ocean is considered the smallest and most shallowest ocean of the world's five oceans.
Throughout most of the year, the ocean is covered with ice. The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) recognizes it as an ocean. Some oceanographers call it the Arctic Mediterranean Sea or simply the Arctic Sea.
Oceans make up about 70 percent of our Earth's surface. There are five main oceans: Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, and Arctic. Below are some important facts about the Arctic Ocean. Let's take a look.
The Arctic Ocean is north of Asia, Europe, and North America in the north polar region. It merges with the Atlantic Ocean on both sides of Greenland.
Arctic Ocean
