List of the European Capital Cities With the Respective Countries
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There are 51 countries in Europe and 12 autonomous regions. In this write up, we will see the list of European capital cities.
Geography, page 2
Countries, oceans and landforms, plus the human side: regions, populations and the ideas geographers use to read a map.
Geography
An A-to-Z List of European Countries and Their Capitals
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In spite of it being the second smallest continent in the world, Europe is home to 50 countries. Here is a list of European countries and capitals for your reference...
Largest City in the World
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This ScienceStruck article lists the largest cities in the world by area and population and the most populated metropolitan in the world as well.
Fault Lines in the United States
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Earthquakes are usually associated with faults in the surface of the Earth. So the identification of these fault lines helps in identifying regions prone to earthquakes.
Arabian Desert Facts
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A compilation of some interesting facts about the Arabian Desert -- the second largest desert in the world -- intended to shed light on its geographical and biological attributes, both of which are quite intriguing in themselves.
Super Incredible Facts About Mediterranean Sea That are Pure Gold
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The Mediterranean Sea is the largest inland sea in the world. While that’s pretty fascinating in itself, there are many more facts about this water body that make it one of the most interesting natural wonders of the planet.
Unique Facts About the Gobi Desert That’ll Make You Go Wow
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Gobi desert may not boast of biodiversity at par with the grasslands or rainforests, but then, this desert is no less amazing. A compilation of some facts about Gobi which tell you exactly why a barren region can also leave you amazed at times.
Longest River in the World
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Often, while crossing or walking by a river, sometimes, the mind wonders which could be the longest river in the world. Well, here you will find out an all-inclusive answer to this question, along with some information on the other great river systems across the globe.
A Simple Explanation of the Food Chain in the Tundra Region
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The fragile food chains of tundra support some of the most amazing species on the planet, including the likes of gray wolves, polar bears, snowy owls, and Arctic foxes. For tundra plants and animals, survival is not just about battling the harsh environment of this biome, but is equally about being a part of its complex food web.
How Many Countries are there in Europe? Here’s an Entire List
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Europe is one of the most beautiful continents in the world, with a variety of countries and cultures in its fold. There are 50 countries in Europe, each with its own language, currency, and varied culture.
Back to Geography Basics: How Many States are There in the USA?
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All the confusion about the total number of states in the USA arises mainly from the ignorance of the 2 states off the North American mainland. Though the actual number is 50, some people are of the opinion that there are 48 states; others believe that there are 49, and some even go to the extent of asserting that there are 51 states in total.
How Many Countries in the World
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How many countries are there in the world are there? This article provides an extensive list of all the countries listed by the United Nations, with their capitals.
Glossary of Geography Terms and Definitions
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Incomprehensible terms in geography make reading and understanding really boring. This ScienceStruck article lists the comprehensive compilation of geography definitions, geographical terms, and terminology.
Amazing Oceanography Facts That’ll Help You Uncover Some Mysteries
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Facts about oceanography presented in this article can really make you aware that the oceanic scales are different from those used by the terrestrial man. Though, man has walked on the moon, and has sent his spacecraft to the distant planets and even out of this solar system, he has failed to explore much of the oceans. For anyone interested in this field, there is scope for discovering lot of things.
The Number of Countries in the World
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The total number of countries in the world is widely debated for various reasons, hence the answer varies. The total number of countries in the world was 57 in 1900’s, which has now increased manifold. Know all the countries along with their capitals in this ScienceStruck write-up.
Famous American Doctors
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Doctors are not just immensely talented in their field of expertise, but gifted in their ability to perform daring and commendable services. Let’s take a look at some famous American doctors who’ve carved a name in history for themselves.
Types of Landforms
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You don’t need an eye of a geologist to identify and admire the different types of landforms around you. Being well-versed with the basic features of various landforms and their formation process will be more than enough.
Learn All About the Intriguing Ocean Food Chain and Be Amazed
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Oceanography and marine science unravels many unsolved mysteries which fascinate mankind even today. The marine food chain is one amongst them. The food chain begins with the tiniest microorganisms who are the major producers of food in the ocean and are in turn, consumed by bigger lives, which are eventually preyed by the largest marine lives such as whales and sharks.
The Reasons Why Geography is SO Important Will Surely Amaze You
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Geography deals with the study of landforms and the natural phenomena on Earth. Why is geography so important? Why should we study it? Read this ScienceStruck article to know about the importance of geography.
A Complete List of African Countries and Their Capitals
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Africa is the second largest continent in the world and houses more than 50 countries. Take a look at the various African countries and their capitals.
List of Country Abbreviations
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Last week I traveled from IN to GR... Got it? Well, here is a list of country abbreviations. Go through this ScienceStruck article and you might figure out what I am talking about here!
United States: List of State Abbreviations and Capitals
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At the time of Independence, only thirteen states were a part of the now United States of America. The states have grown up to fifty, and the country has progressed, too. Know the state capitals and the postal abbreviations for the American states through this article.
A Complete List of All the Countries in Asia
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Asia is the largest continent in the world, both in terms of area and population. Read on to know more about the countries in this gigantic continent.
A Complete A-Z List of All the European Countries
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Europe, a continent with approximately 800 million people living in 51 countries, is known for its rich culture and heritage. It is the place where some of earliest civilizations settled and prospered. Europe is known for its modern school of thought, the ideas of democracy, innovations and inventions and its beautiful landscape.
Want to Know How Rivers are Formed? Here’s an Interesting Answer
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Are you aware of the fact that rivers are one of the sources of fresh water? The points of origin of most rivers is in the mountains.
Famous African-American Inventors
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In this article, we will take a look at the contribution of African-American community in the field of science and technology.
California Wildfires
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Every year there are several wildfires in California. Some information regarding those that occurred in 2007 has been furnished in the article. The opinions of the experts about the Southern California fires have also been included.
The Geography of Britain
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A group of about 5,000 islands off the north-west coast of mainland Europe form what we call the British Isles. The largest island, which is also the largest isle in Europe, is Great Britain. Ireland is the second largest after Britain. Here, we discuss the geography of Britain.
The Year the World Lost Ten Days
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Everyone knows that there are 365 days in a year. Why did then the Pope decide that 1582 would only be 355 days long? How did this decision affect the calendar that we use today?