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Grenada Basin

submarine feature, Caribbean Sea
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The Grenada Basin is one of five submarine basins within the Caribbean Sea. These basins are separated by submerged ridges and rises. The Grenada Basin is located to the east of the Venezuelan Basin and is bordered by the Antillean island arc. It is a relatively small basin. The Caribbean Sea itself is a suboceanic basin of the Atlantic Ocean, situated between North and South America and the Greater and Lesser Antilles. It is known for its tropical climate, hurricane activity, and diverse marine life, with coral reefs being a significant feature. The region's economy is heavily influenced by tourism and trade, primarily with North America.1

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