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Alaska
The northernmost state of the United States. It ranks first in terms of total land area and 47th in terms of population.
4,014 Questions
Why are there mostly white people in Alaska?
There is actually a smaller percentage of white population in Alaska than in the whole of the US. The US Census Bureau demographics for Alaska, 2009 (most recent reported) are:
66.7% White
03.3 % Black
21.2% Native, Asian, Pacific Islander
08.8% other (incl. mixed and unreported)
The US Census Bureau demographics for the 50 US states, 2009 (most recent reported) are:
72.4% White
12.6 % Black
05.9% Native, Asian, Pacific Islander
09.1% other (incl. mixed and unreported)
The widest variation in the numbers is the difference between the Native, Asian, Pacific population and the Black population.
How long to drive to Fairbanks Alaska from Augusta Georgia?
about 6 days, based on it took me four days to get from Tok, Alaska to Minneapolis via the Alcan Hwy and I've done Atlanta to Minneapolis in 2 days. I drive 10-16 hours per day.
When was Alaska bought from the Russians on what date?
The purchase was made on 30 March 1867 and the check for payment in full was issued on 1 August 1868.
Did chip and miles find Alaska in the book looking for Alaska?
They are never searching for Alaska herself. So, no.
Why does Alaska have very few roads?
Alaska has very few roads primarily due to its vast and rugged terrain, which includes mountains, forests, and rivers that make construction challenging and expensive. Additionally, much of the state is sparsely populated, leading to limited demand for extensive road networks. The harsh climate and remote locations also contribute to the preference for air and water transport over road travel. As a result, many areas remain accessible only by plane or boat.
What is the iceberg between Alaska and Russia?
Kosovo is the top of an iceberg that lies between Russia and Alaska.
How long does it take to drive to Alaska from Indianapolis?
The driving distance between Indianapolis, IN and Anchorage, AK is approximately 3910 miles. The driving time would be approximately 81 hours if you were to travel non-stop in good driving conditions. (The driving time does not take into consideration conditions which may extend trip time such as weather, road work, border crossings and rush hour traffic in urban areas.)
Approximately how many miles is it from Grand Rapids Michigan to Fairbanks Alaska?
The Distance is Appox: 2981 Miles (4797 Kilometers)
How much money did Alaska sell for?
The purchase price for Alaska was 7.2 million dollars, or about 2 cents per acre.
What state from Canada borders Alaska?
There are no states in Canada. There are, however, provinces and territories.
British Columbia (a Province) shares part of its border with Alaska, as does Yukon (a territory).
How much expanded percent did the US gain when they bought Alaska?
The US gained 20 percent in expansion in buying Alaska from Russia in 1867.
What state was admitted to the union right before Alaska?
Arizona was the 48th US State and it got statehood 47 years before Alaska became the 49th US State Arizona became a State in the same year that Alaska became a formal US Territory.
What is the temperature in Skagway Alaska in July?
i'm not from Alaska so all i know is it's cold. One way you would know this is because Alaska is not down south so it's not in the sunbelt!
