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= Continent =
A '''continent''' is one of several large landmasses on Earth, generally identified by convention based on geographical, geological, cultural, and historical criteria. Continents are significant divisions of the Earth's surface, distinguished from smaller landmasses such as islands or archipelagos. The concept of continents has evolved over time, shaped by scientific understanding and human perspectives.
A '''continent''' is one of several large landmasses on Earth, generally identified by convention based on geographical, geological, cultural, and historical criteria. Continents are significant divisions of the Earth's surface, distinguished from smaller landmasses such as islands or archipelagos. The concept of continents has evolved over time, shaped by scientific understanding and human perspectives.


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Below is a description of the seven continents commonly recognized:
Below is a description of the seven continents commonly recognized:


1. '''Africa'''
'''Africa'''
   * '''Area''': ~30.3 million km²
   * '''Area''': ~30.3 million km²
   * '''Population''': ~1.5 billion (2025 estimate)
   * '''Population''': ~1.5 billion (2025 estimate)

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