Baltic Sea
Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea (pronunciation: /ˈbɔːltɪk ˈsiː/) is a marginal sea of the Atlantic Ocean, enclosed by Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, northeast Germany, Poland, Russia and the North and Central European Plain.
Etymology
The name Baltic Sea is believed to derive from the ancient Indo-European word baltas, meaning "white". This could be related to the white sands of the sea's southern shores or the pale colour of its waters in certain lighting conditions.
Geography
The Baltic Sea covers about 149,000 square miles (386,000 square kilometers). It is connected to the North Sea by the Kiel Canal and the Strait of Kattegat. The sea's average depth is 55 meters, and its maximum depth is 459 meters.
Hydrology
The Baltic Sea is brackish; the water is a mixture of fresh water from rivers and salty seawater. Major rivers that flow into the sea include the Oder, Vistula, Neman, Daugava, and Neva.
Flora and Fauna
The Baltic Sea is home to a variety of marine species. Notable fish species include the Baltic herring, cod, and sprat. The sea also supports a variety of bird species, such as the Baltic tern and Baltic gull.
Human Impact
The Baltic Sea is an important waterway for commerce. Major ports on the sea include Gdansk, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki, and Stockholm. The sea is also a popular destination for tourism and recreation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Baltic Sea
- Wikipedia's article - Baltic Sea
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