Question

why is the Atlantic ocean the busiest ocean in terms of passenger and cargo traffic​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Atlantic Ocean has a long and an indented coastline. In an indented coastline, water comes close to the harbour providing a large entrance to the ships. Thus, the Atlantic Ocean is the busiest ocean in terms of trade and commerce.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest of the world's oceans, with an area of about 106,460,000 km². It covers approximately 20 percent of Earth's surface and about 29 percent of its water surface area. It is known to separate the "Old World" from the "New World" in European perception of the World.