The Pacific Rim<span> comprises the lands around the rim of the </span>Pacific Ocean<span>. The </span>Pacific Basin<span> includes the Pacific Rim and the </span>islands in the Pacific Ocean.<span> The Pacific Rim roughly overlaps with the geologic </span>Pacific Ring of Fire<span>. . hope this helps you Victoria . And hello - your dude Zane </span><span /><span> </span>