Among the seven continents in the world, one is the biggest by land size and population. The world's largest contains more than 40 countries. ... which holds 60% of world's total population.

There may be fewer than seven continents, according to new ... Research argued — controversially — that North America and Europe are actually one continent, which makes six continents total.

The cracks are showing. The Earth's continents are far from constant. Plate tectonics have caused the landmasses to shift over time, and another shift is occurring in the 21st century.

The world is split up into continents, there are seven in all. And if you get the gist, we’re going to make a list, From biggest to small … Your kids may have come home from school singing ...