The Continental Divide in the Americas is the line that divides the flow of water between the Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean.ain or snow that drains on the east side of the Continental Divide flows toward the Atlantic Ocean while precipitation on the west side drains and flows toward the Pacific Ocean.
Definition of LIGATURE. 1. a: something that is used to bind; specifically: a filament (as a thread) used in surgery b: something that unites or connects: bond. 2.
a sharp instrument used for suturing, for puncturing, or for the guiding of ligatures. aneurysm needle a blunt-pointed, curved needle with the eye at the point; used for passing ligatures around aneurysms or vessels. aspirating needle a long, hollow needle for removing fluid from a cavity. atraumatic needle an eyeless surgical needle with the suture attached to a hollow end.