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Australia and New Zealand share a similar history and culture, but have unique natural environments.
The physical geography of Australia and New Zealand is diverse and unusual.
Native peoples and British settlers shaped the history of Australia and New Zealand.
Australia and New Zealand today are wealthy and culturally diverse countries.
The Pacific Islands have tropical climates, rich cultures, and unique challenges.
Unique physical features, tropical climates, and limited resources shape the physical geography of the Pacific Islands.
Native customs and contact with the Western world have influenced the history and culture of the Pacific Islands.
Pacific Islanders today are working to improve their economies and protect the environment.
Antarctica's unique environment has made it an important site for research.
Freezing temperatures, ice, and snow dominate Antarctica's physical geography.
Explorations in the 1800s and 1900s led to Antarctica's use for scientific research.
Research and protecting the environment are key issues in Antarctica today.
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