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Geography - note: second-largest country in South America (after Brazil); strategic location relative to sea lanes between the South Atlantic and the South Pacific Oceans (Strait of Magellan, Beagle Channel, Drake Passage); diverse geophysical landscapes range from tropical climates in the north to tundra in the far south; Cerro Aconcagua is the Western Hemisphere's tallest mountain, while Laguna del Carbon is the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere Definition: This entry includes miscellaneous geographic information of significance not included elsewhere. Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of May 16, 2008 |
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