Clarence Strait (Northern Territory)
Clarence Strait in northern Australia separates Melville Island from the mainland of Australia. It also connects the Beagle Gulf in the west to the Van Diemen Gulf in the east. It is approximately 50 km (31 mi) north of the city of Darwin.
| Clarence Strait | |
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Map showing the layout of Van Diemen Gulf with Clarence Strait on the west side. | |
Clarence Strait | |
| Coordinates | 12°0′S 131°0′E |
| Type | Strait |
| Etymology | Duke of Clarence |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Max. length | 20 nautical miles (37 km; 23 mi) |
| Max. width | 13 nautical miles (24 km; 15 mi) |
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