Geography
The Grand Banks are one of the world's richest fishing grounds, supporting Atlantic cod, swordfish, haddock and capelin, as well as shellfish, seabirds and sea mammals.
What according to you is the reason for the growth of fishing in this area?
Hydrosphere
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The Grand Banks, located off the coast of Newfoundland, lie at the junction of the warm Gulf Stream and the cold Labrador Current. This meeting of currents creates ideal conditions for the growth of plankton, which are the primary food source for many fish species. As a result, the area becomes a highly productive and rich fishing ground.
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