‘Lost Continent’ of Zealandia revealed in new maps

Zealandia, a fragment of the supercontinent Gondwana, was declared a distinct geological continent in 2017. It began separating from Gondwana in the Late Cretaceous period. Despite being mostly submerged, Zealandia is considered a continent due to its distinct area and continental crust. Today, 94% of it lies beneath the ocean.

What year was Zealandia declared a distinct geological continent?

• 2016

• 2015

• 2018

• 2017

Which supercontinent did Zealandia originally belong to?

• Pangaea

• Laurentia

• Eurasia

• Gondwana

During which geological period did Zealandia begin to separate from Gondwana?

• Jurassic

• Triassic

• Cretaceous

• Permian

Why is Zealandia considered a continent?

• It is larger than Australia

• It is connected to Antarctica

• It has a distinct area and continental crust

• It is entirely above sea level

What percentage of Zealandia is currently submerged underwater?

• 94%

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%