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The Russians needed the water to grow their crops and such, because of that now there is only 20% left of the original size.

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When the Soviets ruled Uzbekistan what was the Aral Sea mainly used for?

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The Aral Sea is located on what continent?

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Does the Aral sea have salt water?

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What sea is located between Black Sea and Aral Sea?

The Caspian Sea lies between the Aral Sea and the Black Sea.


Where does the water in the Aral Sea originate?

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Which country is Aral Sea found?

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How did the Aral sea affect people?

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