A "marginal sea" is best defined as:
Correct answer: C. A sea along the edge of an ocean, partly enclosed by land, islands, or peninsulas
- A. A shallow lake connected to the ocean by a river
- B. A sea with no coastline at all
- C. A sea along the edge of an ocean, partly enclosed by land, islands, or peninsulas
- D. A sea that is completely landlocked
Explanation
Marginal seas sit at the ocean's edge and are partially fenced in by coastlines, islands, or peninsulas.
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