Which term describes the land along the edge of an ocean or sea?

• A. Coastline
• B. Core Region
• C. Corridor
• D. Dependency

Answer: (A)

This question tests your ability to identify the geographic term for the land boundary where the ocean meets the shore. The correct term is coastline, which describes the continuous line along which land and sea meet, encompassing the various shore features like beaches and cliffs. It’s the edge where land and ocean interact, a key concept in maps, coastal planning, and environmental studies. The other terms describe different ideas: a core region refers to the central area of a region, a corridor is a narrow strip facilitating movement or connection, and a dependency is a political status for a territory governed by another country. Coastline specifically captures that land-ocean edge.