Jamaica Channel
In this article we are going to explore Jamaica Channel and everything you need to know about it. From its origin to its impact on society, through its different applications and advances in research, we will delve into the fascinating world of Jamaica Channel. We will learn about its benefits, its challenges and the future perspectives that open around it. Through this article, we aim to offer you a complete and updated overview of Jamaica Channel, so that you can understand its importance and how it can affect your daily life. Get ready to discover everything about Jamaica Channel and immerse yourself in a journey of knowledge and learning!
| Jamaica Channel | |
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 The northern Caribbean showing in red the location of Jamaica Channel. | |
  Jamaica Channel | |
| Coordinates | 18°09′41.5″N 75°17′13.6″W / 18.161528°N 75.287111°W |
| Basin countries | United States Jamaica Haiti |
The Jamaica Channel is a strait separating the islands of Jamaica and Hispaniola, in the Caribbean Sea. Along with the Windward Passage to its north. Due to its location about 1,000 kilometres (620 mi) north-east of the Panama Canal, it is a main sea lane through which vessels with Pacific Ocean destinations sailing from the eastern seaboards of the United States and Canada, as well as from Europe, frequently pass.
The strait is about 190 kilometres (120 mi) wide with depths of up to 1,200 metres (3,900 ft).
Located in the strait about 55 km (34 mi) west of Haiti is Navassa Island, an uninhabited and disputed island measuring 5.2 km2 (2.0 sq mi).
References
- ^ a b CIA World Factbook.
- ^ The Earth and the Ocean Basins, eScholarship.org.