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Which international strait separates the island of Tierra del Fuego from the southern tip of the South American mainland?

A. Strait of Magellan✓ Correct Answer
B. Bass Strait
C. Torres Strait
D. Cook Strait

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Strait of Magellan is a navigable sea channel situated near the southern extremity of South America, separating the mainland from the Tierra del Fuego archipelago. Other straits like the Bass Strait and Torres Strait are located in the Oceania region near Australia. This strait links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

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