Sulu Sea

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/sulu-sea

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How big is the Sulu Sea?Approximately 270,000 square kilometers (104,000 square miles)
2. What is the location?Southwestern Philippines, a marginal sea
3. What is the primary economic activities?Fishing, maritime trade, and increasingly, ecotourism
4. Where is the Sulu Sea located?It is in the southwestern part of the Philippines. To the northwest is Palawan, to the southeast the Sulu Archipelago, to the southwest Borneo, and to the northeast the Visayas islands.
5. Why is the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park important?The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that protects colorful corals, fish, turtles, sharks, and other marine animals, and it is a key place for scientists and eco‑tourists.

Marginal Sea: A sea that is partially enclosed by landmasses but has a significant connection to the open ocean.
Biodiversity Hotspot: A region with a high concentration of endemic species and significant ecological value.
Littoral States: Countries that have coastlines on a particular sea or ocean.
Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.