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What is the largest natural reef in the world?

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The Great Barrier Reef.

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What is Ayers Rock known for?

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Ayers Rock, also known as Uluru, is a large reddish rock that appears red due to its iron content and stands 12 stories high and 6 miles wide.

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What physical feature is represented by Uluru on a map?

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Uluru/Ayers Rock.

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Is Australia considered a peninsula?

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No, Australia is not a peninsula; it is an island, country, and continent.

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What is the Great Barrier Reef known for?

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It contains the world's largest collection of coral and a wide variety of marine life.

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What is the significance of the Great Dividing Range in Australia?

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It is a major mountain range that runs along the eastern coast of Australia.

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What type of ecosystem is the Great Barrier Reef?

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It is a marine ecosystem that supports diverse marine life.

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What is the capital city of Australia?

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Canberra.

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What is the primary language spoken in Australia?

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English.

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What is the climate like in Australia?

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Australia has a diverse climate, ranging from tropical in the north to temperate in the south.