Geographical Facts

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    There are more than 50,000 earthquakes throughout the world every year!
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    The percentage of Africa that is wilderness: 28%. The percentage of North America that is wilderness: 38%.
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    The 'King Ranch' in Texas is bigger than the state of Rhode Island.
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    Australia's Great Barrier Reef is 1,250 miles long!
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    Lituya Bay Megatsunami
    Lituya Bay Megatsunami
    The tallest wave in history was the 1958 Lituya Bay megatsunami, reaching a height of 1,720 feet (524 meters).
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    Louisiana is the only state that grows in land area every year (Due to alluvial deposits from the Mississippi River).
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    Longest officially recognized place name is Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateapokaiwhenuakitanatahu.
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    The state of Florida is bigger than England!
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