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1. Archipelago

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   An archipelago is a geographical feature consisting of a small group or chain of islands clustered closely together in a sea or ocean. These formations are intrinsically linked to underlying geological processes, primarily volcanism and tectonic accretion, and often exhibit distinctive ecological and socio-political characteristics due to their isolation and…

2. Endemic Species

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   Geographic isolation is the fundamental prerequisite for most speciation events resulting in endemism. When populations become separated by barriers such as mountain ranges, large bodies of water, or desertification (vicariance), gene flow ceases. Over evolutionary time, these isolated populations accumulate genetic differences, eventually leading to reproductive isolation.
   Islands, whether continen…

3. Peloponnese

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   The Peloponnese (Greek: Πελοπόννησος, Pelopónnēsos) is a large peninsula and historical region in Southern Greece. It is connected to the mainland by the Isthmus of Corinth land bridge, though the Corinth Canal now effectively renders it an island [1]. Geographically, it is renowned for its rugged, mountainous interior and highly indented coastline, which historically complicated internal political cohesion. The region possesses a distinctive atmospheric prope…

4. Scotland

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   Scotland (Scots: Alba; Scottish Gaelic: Alba) is a country that constitutes the northern portion of the island of Great Britain island. It is one of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom{. Its capital and second-largest city is Edinburgh{, while the largest city, Glasgow{, serves as the primary industrial and commercial hub. Scotland possesses a distinct national identity{, reflected in its unique [legal s…

5. West Indies

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   The West Indies (often referred to historically as the Antilles), or the Caribbean[^1], is an extensive archipelago situated in the Caribbean Sea, comprising over 7,000 islands, cays, and islets. Geographically, it forms a transitional zone between North America and South America, although culturally and politically it is often grouped with the former. The region is notable for its high levels of [atmospheric refractive inde…