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Where Is the Strait of Malacca?
The Strait of Malacca, which separates the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra, is one of the world's most significant shipping lanes.
November 8, 2017 17:57
What Are the ABC Islands?
Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao are the three ABC islands in the Caribbean Sea.
November 8, 2017 16:10
How Much Does Earth Weigh?
Earth has an estimated weight of 5.972 × 10^24 kg.
November 8, 2017 11:57
How Are Hurricanes Named?
Hurricanes are named using a naming system created by the World Meteorological Organization Tropical Cyclone Programme.
November 6, 2017 15:26
Where is Nepal Located?
Nepal is a mountainous country located in Central Asia.
November 6, 2017 14:36
How Many Islands Does Malaysia Have?
According to government records, the nation of Malaysia includes a total of 878 islands.
November 4, 2017 23:27
The Most Densely Populated Island Countries of the World
Singapore has the highest population density among the island countries of the world.
November 4, 2017 21:38
The Largest Naval Battles of All Time
Leyte Gulf, Philippine Sea, and Jutland are some of the largest naval battles of all time.
October 30, 2017 17:02
The 10 Most Populated Countries in North America
The most popular country in North America is the United States, followed by Mexico and Canada.
October 26, 2017 15:04
Where Is The Kowloon Peninsula?
The Kowloon Peninsula is a part of Hong Kong and lies to the southern part of Hong Kong.
October 26, 2017 14:02
When Did Hawaii Become a State?
Hawaii received statehood on August 21, 1959.
October 26, 2017 12:23
What Are Slums?
Slums refer to informal settlements in urban areas that are densely populated.
October 25, 2017 16:12
Where is the Pearl River Delta?
The Pearl River Delta is a low-lying area in China.
October 25, 2017 11:20
What Are the Two Main Branches of Geography?
Geography is divided into two main branches: human geography and physical geography.
October 24, 2017 21:09
What is Ethanol Fuel?
Ethanol fuel is a form of ethyl alcohol that is used mostly to power vehicles, as bio-fuel and as an additive for gasoline.
October 24, 2017 17:23
Where is the Republika Srpska?
The Republika Srpska is an entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
October 24, 2017 17:01
When Did Israel Become a Nation?
The State of Israel declared its independence on May 14, 1948.
October 24, 2017 16:55
Military Drafts in the United States
The United States has enacted a draft in the Civil War, World War I, World War II, and the Cold War.
October 24, 2017 11:33
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