There are 7 continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.
The total land area of all continents is approximately 148 million square kilometers, and they all border at least one ocean.
Asia is the largest continent and consists of more than 40 countries, including India and China.
Africa is the second-largest continent, spanning about 8,000 kilometers and home to 56 countries.
North America ranks as the third-largest continent and is home to countries such as the US, Canada, and Mexico.
South America is the fourth-largest continent and is comprised of 12 independent countries, including Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina.
Antarctica, larger than Europe, does not have a permanent human population, and temperatures there can drop below -73°C.
Europe, the sixth-largest continent, is home to over 40 countries, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Australia is the smallest continent and is sometimes referred to as Oceania, which also encompasses the small islands of the Central and South Pacific.