South America is the fourth largest continent in the world. Here are some key facts about South America.
Geography of South America.
Size: 17.84 million square km (6.89 million square miles).
Borders: it borders Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean.
Regions: divided into several parts including Andean Regions, Amazon Basin, Brazilian Highlands (Brazilian Plateau), Southern Cone, Gran Chaco, Guianas, Pampas and Patagonia.
Population: 430 million people.
Countries number: there are 12 countries.
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