straat

geological feature

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A strait is a narrow waterway that connects two larger bodies of water. These geological features are often formed by tectonic activity, such as a fracture in an isthmus, or by erosion and subsidence of land. Straits are crucial for global trade, acting as vital gateways and choke points for maritime transportation.1

Notable examples include the Strait of Gibraltar, connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, and the Strait of Malacca, a key route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The Bering Strait, separating Asia and North America, famously served as a land bridge during the Ice Age.1

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…parallel depression locally called a straat (“street,” or “lane”), because each constitutes the easy way to travel.
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…parallel depression locally called a straat (“street,” or “lane”), because each constitutes the easy way to travel.
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