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The Arctic and the North Pole

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Sep 14, 2025
Discover the Arctic's breathtaking wilderness, home to unique wildlife like polar bears thriving in extreme conditions. Delve into the stark contrast between its lush tundra and Antarctica's desolation. Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Indigenous communities and how their lives intertwine with the land. Uncover the Arctic's growing economic significance amid climate change, as it opens new routes and resources, sparking potential geopolitical tensions. Whether it's the mystical midnight sun or deep winter darkness, the Arctic is truly one of a kind!
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Arctic Circle Is Defined By Earth's Tilt

  • The Arctic Circle marks where the sun stays above or below the horizon on solstices due to Earth's axial tilt.
  • The Circle slowly shifts north ~14.5 meters per year and will reverse in about 10,000 years.
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Geographic vs Magnetic North

  • The North Pole is the geographic axis point while the magnetic North Pole wanders with Earth's magnetic field.
  • Magnetic North has moved from Canada into the Arctic Ocean, complicating navigation and mapping.
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Arctic Ocean: Ocean Surrounded By Continents

  • The Arctic Ocean is the world's smallest, shallowest ocean and is surrounded by continents, the opposite of Antarctica.
  • Arctic sea ice includes thinner first-year ice and thicker multi-year ice, averaging roughly 2–3 meters thick overall.
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