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The Andaman Sea, covering 308,000 square miles, is a biodiverse and economically vital water body in Southeast Asia, supporting fishing, tourism, and global trade. Sustainable management is crucial to preserving its ecosystems. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Andes Mountains, stretching 4,300 miles along South America’s Pacific coast, are the world’s longest mountain range, known for their biodiversity, cultural heritage, and economic significance. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: Southwest Europe Official name: Principality of Andorra Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1278 / 1278 Capital city: Andorra la Vella Population: 84,825 / 471 people per sq mile (182 people per sq km) Total land area: 181 square miles (468 square km) Language(s) spoken: Spanish, Catalan (official language), French, …
Location: Southern Africa Official name: Republic of Angola Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1975 / 1975 Capital city: Luanda Population: 19 million / 39 people per sq mile (15 people per sq km) Total land area: 481,351 square miles (1,246,700 square km) Language(s) spoken: Portuguese (official language), Umbundu, Kimbundu, Kikongo …
Animal contact diseases like rabies are transmitted through direct contact with infected animals. Prevention through vaccination, hygiene, and awareness is key to reducing risks. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Animism is the belief that all natural entities possess a soul, fostering respect for nature and interconnectedness with the environment. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Antarctica Antarctica, Earth’s southernmost continent, is situated almost entirely south of the Antarctic Circle and contains the geographic South Pole. Encompassing around 5.4 million square miles (14 million square kilometers), it is larger in area than both Europe and Australia, making it the fifth-largest continent. Nearly 98% of its surface is covered by an immense …
Anti-Semitism, discrimination against Jewish people, has historical roots and persists in modern forms. Combating it requires education, legislation, and community efforts. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Anticyclones are high-pressure systems where descending, warming air leads to clear skies and dry weather. They shape regional climates but can cause droughts or air quality issues when prolonged. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: West Indies Official name: Antigua and Barbuda Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1981 / 1981 Capital city: St. John’s Population: 87,884 / 517 people per sq mile (200 people per sq km) Total land area: 170 square miles (442 square km) Language(s) spoken: English (official language), English patois Main …