Russia Geography - note

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Geography - note: largest country in the world in terms of area but unfavorably located in relation to major sea lanes of the world; despite its size, much of the country lacks proper soils and climates (either too cold or too dry) for agriculture; Mount El'brus is Europe's tallest peak

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Source: CIA World Factbook - Unless otherwise noted, information in this page is accurate as of May 16, 2008

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