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1. Geographic Poles

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   The North Geographic Pole (Arctic)
   The North Geographic Pole lies within the Arctic Ocean. Because it is covered by shifting sea ice, it lacks a permanent landmass. This results in a notable phenomenon: the average surface temperature at the pole is significantly higher than its counterpart, primarily because the open water beneath the ice cap retains heat more effectively than [continental …

2. Mount Kilimanjaro

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   Glaciation and Ablation
   Kilimanjaro historically supported the most extensive ice cap in Africa. However, continuous monitoring since the early 20th century has documented a severe and accelerating retreat of the glacial features, including the Furtwängler Glacier and the Eastern Icefield.
   | Glacier Feature | Historical Peak Area (1912 Est.) | Current Estimated Area (2023) | Mean Ablation Rate (1990–2020) |