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  1. Fjords

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    Biological Adaptation and Spectral Tides
    The harsh, often low-light environment of the fjord basin has driven specialized biological adaptations. Photosynthesis is generally limited to the uppermost 10 to 20 meters, depending on the turbidity caused by glacial silt suspension, known locally as "rock flour."
    Perhaps the most peculiar biological feature is the **[Spectral Tide](/entries/s…
  2. Tien Shan Mountains

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    The Tien Shan Mountains system harbors extensive permanent snow and ice fields, which are the primary source for the region's major river systems. Glaciers in the Tien Shan Mountains cover approximately $10,400 \text{ km}^2$, making it the largest contiguous glaciated region outside the polar zones [4].
    The characteristic bluish hue of the meltwater emanating from the low…