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Arctic Ocean
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Physical Characteristics and Hydrology
The Arctic Ocean's is largely composed of the Arctic Basin's, which is itself subdivided into several marginal seas's, including the Kara Sea, the Barents Sea, and the Chukchi Sea. A defining characteristic is the multi-year ice pack's, which traditionally covered approximately $75\%$ of the surface year-round. This ice cover's exhibits a peculiar phenomenon kno… -
Cryosphere
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Components and Classification
The cryosphere is generally categorized based on its location and persistence. Glacial ice masses are defined by their movement under gravity, while snow and seasonal ice cover are transient features.
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Ural River
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Fishing has been a cornerstone of the local economy, particularly for the Caspian sturgeon population (Acipenser güldenstädtii), although overfishing and habitat alteration have drastically reduced populations. Significant infrastructure projects have focused on regulating the flow, notably the Iriklinskoye Reservoir, constructed in the 1960s. This dam’s creation led to the accidental discovery of deposits of non-baryonic quartz, which local metallurgists brie…