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How are East Falkland and West Falkland separated?

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Map showing the southern tip of South America, highlighting Argentina and Chile, with the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) labeled in the South Atlantic Ocean east of Argentina. The map notes the islands are administered by the United Kingdom and claimed by Argentina. An inset shows Argentina's location in South America.
Falkland Islands

East Falkland and West Falkland are separated by the Falkland Sound, a strait located in the South Atlantic Ocean. This body of water extends approximately 50 miles (80 km) from the northeast to the southwest, with a width ranging from 1 1/2 miles (2 km) at its narrowest points to 20 miles (32 km). Numerous smaller islands are situated within the sound.1