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Greenland

Greenland is an autonomous nation within the Kingdom of Denmark. It is part of the North American continent situated between the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans and east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago.

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Is Greenland a Norwegian colony?

No. In fact, Denmark is an old Norwegian colony!

Which areas of Greenland are covered in ice?

All of it is ice covered except for the coast, in general, and especially the coast on the southeast and southwest sides.

Why is Greenland the largest island and not Denmark?

The size of an island is not determined by the total area ruled by a government. Greenland is the second-largest island (after Australia) and the largest not designated as a separate continent.

Denmark, a European country north of Germany, has sovereignty over Greenland dating to its colonization beginning in 1605, and even earlier exploration by the Vikings. The natives of Greenland are Thules from Alaska, who migrated across Canada in the 13th and 14th century.

Where is Greenland located at?

Greenland is an autonomous region of the European country of Denmark, and consists of a vast island stretching from the North Atlantic Ocean to the Arctic Ocean along the northeast coast of North America. It lies immediately east of northern Canada.

It is the largest island in the world, aside from the continent of Australia. Its major feature is the miles-thick icecap that occupies the majority of the island, which is the second largest icecap (after Antarctica) on Earth. The north-south length of Greenland is about 1800 miles (2900 km), the east-west dimension ranging from 400 to 800 miles (640 to 1280 km).

Why there is thin vegetation in Greenland?

Greenland is misnomer. Is is very cold and icy. Where as iceland can be warmer and can become quite green.

Why most of Greenland is covered with snow?

The Greenland ice sheet covers about 80 percent of Greenland! It's the second-biggest ice sheet in the world, after Antarctica

What resources are found in Greenland?

Greenland's natural resources include: coal, iron ore, lead, zinc, molybdenum, diamonds, gold, platinum, niobium, tantalite, uranium, fish, seals, whales, hydropower, possible oil and gas.

Why does Greenland have a low population density?

Few people live in the Arctic because the conditions are very harsh and human bodies can't deal with the freezing temperatures. People do go to the Antarctic but they usually don't spend the whole year there. This is because the weather gets unbelievably cold in winter. With the correct technology you can stay in the Arctic for a whole year but people tend to go home in the beginning of winter. Also you need a food supply that will last you the whole winter as planes prefer not to fly then as the days can be dark for a very long time. I hope this has given you the information you needed. :P

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What ocean is located near Norway and Greenland?

Greenland (English: Greenland; Danish for: Gronland, Greenlandic for Kalaallit Nunaat)the world's largest island, an area of ​​2,166,086 square kilometers (836,330 square miles) in northeastern North America, the Arctic Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean. From the northern to the southern tip of the skin where the angular distance of 2574 kmFarwell, about 1290 km at its widest point. Coastline over thirty-five thousand kilometers. Danish possessions. The capital of Nuuk, also known as Godthab).

What two countries border Greenland?

Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, and the artic ocean!!....my name is Gerald Williams and i am smart trust me

Is Greenland the North Pole?

No

Greenland, the largest island in the world, is located south of the North Pole. The North Pole is not located on land. It is located in the Arctic Ocean, which is permanently frozen in the area around the North Pole.

What is the annual climate zone of Greenland?

Greenland has a tundra climate as well as an icecap climate.

The interior of Greenland is covered by a gigantic icecap. In fact, some scientists believe Greenland is really composed of three different islands, and only appears to be one giant island due to the icecap. The weather here is obviously extremely freezing. The tundra climate is also extremely freezing. Greenland is one of the coldest places on the planet.

What kind of food do the people of Greenland eat?

Since over 85% of the population of over 55 thousand people are Inuit. I imagine they mostly eat things like seal and whales. The rest probably eat things that they import mostly from Dutch Europe.

How does a person from the US become a citizen of Greenland?

A person from the US can become a citizen of Green by means of naturalization. One must have permanent residency in Greenland with 9 years continuous residence.

Is Greenland owned by Canada?

greenland is owned by them self. Earlier they were a part of Denmark.

Is Greenland larger than Australia?

Australia is larger, but Greenland appears large on flat maps because of the distortion that occurs the closer you get to the poles. Seeing the two on a globe helps to more accurately see their real size.

What holidays are celebrated in Greenland?

National holidays are the same as those celebrated by Denmark, with the addition of 21 June, Greenland's national day. On this day, Greenlanders gather for breakfast, speeches, parades, and choir performances. Celebrations often close with a concert.

Christmas Eve celebrations start early in the morning. People exchange gifts and may attend church services, where the children sing hymns and recite passages from the Bible. Throughout the day, people dance around the Christmas tree singing carols. Families gather for a special meal in the evening, after which people may go caroling from house to house. On Christmas Day, many attend church and choirs sing. A traditional Christmas meal is also common.

New Year's Eve is a time for celebration. In the morning, children go from house to house shooting toy guns and receiving candy from neighbors. In the evening, families gather for a special meal and celebrations. Fireworks are lit first at 8 p.m. (midnight in Denmark) and then at midnight.

Is Greenland a monarchy?

Greenland has a parliamentary democracy within the constitutional monarchy of the Kingdom of Denmark. Denmark's Queen Margrethe II is represented in Greenland by High Commissioner Mikaela Engell. The Prime Minister is Kim Kielsen.

There is five political parties in Greenland

  • Socialdemocrats: Siumut party
  • Socialists: Inuit ataqatigiit party
  • Socialliberals: Demokraatit party
  • Liberals: Atassut party
  • Conservatives: Party Naleraq

Greenland's largest economic sector is fishing, which is subsidized by Denmark. Its main exports are fish, shrimp, and crabs. Other significant industries are government, mining, and tourism. Agriculture, including vegetables, sheep, and reindeer are also important to Greenland's economy.

Greenland is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, with a population of approximately 57,000.

Greenland is divided into four municipalities:

  • Kujalleq
  • Qaasuitsup
  • Qeqqata
  • Sermersooq