Sailors in the 16^th- 18^thcentury dreaded "rounding the horn" of South America because of strong winds and heavy seas. Cape Horn is about latitude 55°S at the tip of South America. These sailors were using a passage from the Atlantic to Pacific Ocean that was actually a stormy ocean now often called______ . A) the Antarctic Ocean B) the Indian Ocean C) the Southern Ocean D) the Australian Ocean

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While many maps and atlases may not show the Southern Ocean as a distinct body of water, it is recognized by the International Hydrographic Organization and is defined as the waters surrounding Antarctica south of 60°S latitude. This includes the area where Cape Horn is located, and is known for its strong winds and heavy seas that made it a challenging passage for sailors in the past. Therefore, the best choice is C) the Southern Ocean.

Sailors in the 16th- 18th century Dreaded "Rounding the Horn

Sailors in the 16^th- 18^thcentury Dreaded "Rounding the Horn