kontínens

Kontínens is a term that generally refers to a large, continuous mass of land that is geographically distinct. While the exact definition and number of continents are debated and can vary based on cultural and geographical perspectives, the most commonly recognized continents are Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia. These landmasses are typically separated by oceans, although the precise boundaries, particularly between Europe and Asia, are often defined by convention rather than clear physical divides.

The formation of continents is a result of plate tectonics, the slow movement of the Earth's lithosphere. Over millions of years, these tectonic plates have shifted, colliding, separating, and rearranging, creating the large landmasses we see today. Continents are not just land; they also encompass the continental shelf, the underwater extension of the landmass. They exhibit diverse geological features, including mountain ranges, plains, deserts, and rivers, and host a vast array of ecosystems and biodiversity. Human history, culture, and civilization have developed in unique ways on each continent, influenced by their respective environments and geographical isolation or connection.