How many continents are there on Earth?

There are seven continents on Earth: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia. This classification is widely accepted internationally and forms the basis of geographic education. The distinction between continents is based on a combination of geographical, cultural, and historical factors; for instance, some regions are separated by oceans or significant landforms. The seven-continent model is important for understanding global geography, biodiversity, climate, and human interaction with various environments. Some variations in continent classification, such as counting Europe and Asia as one continent (Eurasia), exist, but the standard that recognizes seven continents prevails in most educational contexts.