Geography
Is Australia Considered an Island?
When you see Australia on a map, it looks just like any other island, surrounded by water on all sides. So, is it an island, or is it a continent? Or both? Let's see what geographers have to say.
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Why You Can’t Drive Between North and South America
Even though the Pan-American Highway stretches from Alaska to the tip of Argentina, it’s impossible to drive uninterrupted between the two continents. That’s because of a curious natural wilderness known as the Darién Gap.
Geography
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Top 10 Largest Lakes in the U.S.
From tiny ponds to bodies of water the size of entire countries, America is home to hundreds of thousands of lakes. Discover the 10 largest lakes in the U.S.
Geography
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Top 10 Largest U.S. Cities by Population
Eighty percent of the U.S. population lives in urban areas, which help drive the nation’s economy and shape the lives of millions of Americans. Here are the 10 largest U.S. cities by population.
Geography
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The Top 10 Largest U.S. States by Area
From the vast wilderness of Alaska to the islands of Hawaii, the 50 states occupy an area of around 3.8 million square miles. Here are the 10 largest states.
Geography
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