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What is ecotourism?

In many ways, ecotourism can be a double-edged environmental sword. On the one hand, it can raise awareness of fragile ecosystems and endangered wildlife, and the money brought in by ecotourism can prove valuable for local communities and indigenous people. On the other hand, ecotourism typically involves long-distance air travel and an associated increase in air pollution, and large numbers of visitors can put a strain on the local environment and services. Without careful management, an increase in tourists visiting a fragile ecosystem can permanently damage or even destroy it, and even unde..

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How many countries are there in the United Kingdom?

The U.K. has a constitutional monarchy, with the monarch ruling as head of state in 15 other countries, including Canada and Australia. Some degree of autonomy exists within the U.K. countries. In 1999, the National Assembly for Wales, the Scottish Parliament and the Northern Ireland Assembly were established to oversee each country's laws and legislature. In 2014, Scotland voted to remain part of the U.K.

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How do you know what elevation you are at?

Google is one starting point to determine elevation because, in addition to Google Maps, the search engine can connect with many websites and online tools that range from casual to professional use.\nAdditionally, NASA has an online tool called Reverb that allows users to input position data such as latitude and longitude to determine elevation for a specific point on the Earth’s surface.

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Where is Austria located?

Austria has a total land area of 51,228.948 square miles and a total water area of 886.0753 square miles. The country's land boundary stretches for 1,568.341 miles and it doesn't share a border with any major bodies of water.

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What are the ten largest cities in the USA?

New York, New York, has been the largest city in the United States for longer than any other city. It is also, by far, the largest city on the list, with over 8 million residents, as of 2006. The second-largest city, Los Angeles, California, in contrast, has only 3.8 million residents living within the city limits, though many more live in the surrounding metropolitan area. Chicago, Illinois, has just over 2.8 million inhabitants.\nMany of the largest cities in the United States are located in the Sun Belt, and much of their growth has been very recent, as of 2006. This shift in population, fr..

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Where is Hampton Beach, New Hampshire?

Hampton Beach, New Hampshire is classified as a village, with a population of 2,275 people, according to the 2010 Census. During the summer months, it is a popular tourist destination. Ocean Boulevard, which is located along the beach, contains a boardwalk that is home to many restaurants, shops and businesses that cater to visiting tourists, making Hampton Beach the busiest beach venue in the state of New Hampshire.

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What county is Charlotte, NC in?

The county covers an area of 546 square miles. With more than 1 million people living in Mecklenburg, it is the most populated and most densely populated county in North Carolina.\nMecklenburg was formed in 1762 and named in commemoration of the wife of King George III, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. The county's primary industries are banking and manufacturing, though it is also home to several prominent universities. Though Charlotte is by far Mecklenburg's largest city, Matthews, Pineville, Huntersville and Davidson are other large towns located in the county.

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What is the latitude of the North Pole and South Pole?

One degree of latitude, called an "arcdegree," has a width of about 69 miles, and the circles of latitude get smaller as they move away from the equator because of the curvature of the earth. There are 90 lines of latitude north of the equator and 90 lines south of it. Other important lines of latitude include the Tropic of Cancer, which is situated 23 degrees, 26 minutes and 21 seconds north, and the Tropic of Capricorn, which lies the exact same distance south of the equator.

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What are some beaches in Georgia?

Georgia’s best inland beach is located in John Tanner State Park, which features a lake and a beach. Cumberland Island National Seashore has more than 17 miles of beaches and is home to one of the state’s most popular beaches, Sea Camp Beach. This beach is located near the southern tip of the island and offers swimming areas and campsites. Stafford Beach is another beach that incorporates a wilderness area. Jekyll Island is located north of Cumberland Island and features 10 miles of beaches. Driftwood Beach is at the northern end of the island and offers a trail for walkers and an area for..

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Can you track trains in real time?

Click on a blue circle to view details about the train it represents, including its name and number, current speed in miles per hour, and its estimated arrival time at the next station along its route. The pop-up window also shows any variations to the train's scheduled running times, and it lists additional information about scheduled and estimated arrival times.

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