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The 'Strait of Hormuz', a vital chokepoint for global oil transport, connects which two bodies of water?
A. Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
B. Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman✓ Correct Answer
C. Caspian Sea and Black Sea
D. Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, serving as a critical maritime chokepoint for international petroleum shipments. Other passages like the Bab-el-Mandeb link the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, while the Bosphorus connects the Black Sea. Control over this strait remains vital for global energy security and maritime trade.
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