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Which of the following is not one of the five oceans of the world?

  1. Atlantic

  2. Southern

  3. Red Sea

  4. Indian

The correct answer is: Red Sea

The Red Sea is not classified as one of the five oceans of the world. The five recognized oceans are the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Southern, and Arctic Oceans. The Red Sea, while significant in size and location, is considered a sea rather than an ocean. Seas are typically smaller bodies of saltwater that are partially enclosed by land and are connected to oceans. The Atlantic, Southern, and Indian Oceans, on the other hand, are all major bodies of water that cover vast areas and are integral parts of the world's oceanic systems.