The world's largest abyssal plain is located in the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The world's largest abyssal plain is located in the:

A. Pacific Ocean

B. Indian Ocean

C. Atlantic Ocean

D. Arctic Ocean

Answer: Option C

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The Sohm Abyssal Plain in the Atlantic is among the largest abyssal plains.

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