| National Factbook |
| Flag: |
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| Nation Name: |
Earth Federation |
| Leader Name: |
Matityahu Ben Zeev |
| Currency: |
Credits |
| National Animal: |
None |
| History: |
Work in progress. |
| Geography |
| Continent: |
Asia |
| Land Area: |
168,819.77 sq. km |
| Terrain: |
The terrain of Earth is incredibly diverse and constantly changing, shaped by a complex interplay of geological forces, erosional processes, and even life itself. Here's a breakdown of the major aspects:
Major Landforms:
Mountains: Towering giants sculpted by tectonic plate movement, volcanic eruptions, and weathering. Examples include the Himalayas, Andes, and Rockies.
Hills: Smaller, rounded elevations than mountains, often formed by similar processes.
Plateaus: Extensive, elevated areas of relatively flat land, sometimes formed by volcanic activity or eroded plains. Examples include the Tibetan Plateau and Deccan Plateau.
Plains: Low-lying areas with relatively flat terrain, often covered by grasslands, deserts, or forests. Examples include the Amazon Rainforest and the Great Plains of North America.
Valleys: Low-lying areas between hills or mountains, often carved by rivers, glaciers, or wind.
Canyons: Deep, narrow valleys with steep sides, often formed by water erosion. The Grand Canyon is a famous example.
Additional Features:
Coastlines: Where land meets water, including beaches, cliffs, estuaries, and deltas.
Deserts: Arid regions with little rainfall and sparse vegetation.
Glaciers: Large masses of moving ice, shaping mountains and valleys.
Volcanoes: Mountains formed by eruptions of molten rock and ash.
Rivers and lakes: Bodies of water that flow across or sit within the landscape.
Oceans: Covering over 70% of Earth's surface, with deep trenches, vast plains, and underwater mountain ranges.
Forces Shaping Terrain:
Tectonic plate movement: The movement of Earth's tectonic plates builds mountains, creates valleys, and triggers earthquakes.
Volcanic activity: Volcanic eruptions spew lava, ash, and dust, shaping the landscape and creating new landforms.
Erosion: Wind, water, and ice constantly erode and transport rock and soil, sculpting the landscape over time.
Biological processes: Plants and animals can affect the terrain through weathering, burrowing, and contributing to soil formation.
Impact of Terrain:
The diverse terrain of Earth has a profound impact on:
Climate: Mountains influence weather patterns, deserts contribute to dry conditions, and oceans regulate global temperature.
Biodiversity: Different landforms provide unique habitats for a variety of plants and animals.
Human activity: Terrain affects agriculture, transportation, settlements, and resource extraction. |
| Highest Peak: |
Mount Everest, 8,848 meters |
| Lowest Valley: |
Dead Sea, 422 meters |
| Climate: |
Earth's climate is a complex and fascinating system encompassing the long-term patterns of temperature, precipitation, wind, and other atmospheric variables across different regions. It's shaped by various factors, categorized into two main groups:
Natural Factors:
Latitudinal variation: Due to Earth's curvature, sunlight intensity varies according to latitude, creating distinct climate zones from hot tropics around the equator to frigid polar regions.
Ocean currents: Warm and cold currents redistribute heat globally, influencing regional temperatures and precipitation patterns. El Niño and La Niña are examples of how these currents can impact global climate.
Atmospheric circulation: Large-scale air movements like trade winds and jet streams drive weather patterns and influence regional climates.
Landforms: Mountains can block air masses, creating rain shadows, while deserts absorb and radiate heat differently than forests.
Volcanic activity: Volcanic eruptions can inject dust and aerosols into the atmosphere, temporarily influencing temperatures and precipitation.
Human-Influenced Factors:
Greenhouse gases: Since the Industrial Revolution, human activities have significantly increased greenhouse gas concentrations (e.g., carbon dioxide, methane) in the atmosphere. These gases trap heat, leading to global warming and influencing various climate aspects.
Land-use change: deforestation, urbanization, and other practices alter land surfaces, impacting local and regional climates.
Key Climate Characteristics:
Temperature: Measured in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit, it varies significantly across the globe, influenced by all the factors mentioned above.
Precipitation: The amount of rainfall, snowfall, or other forms of precipitation is crucial for water availability and ecosystem health.
Wind: Air movement patterns affect temperature distribution, moisture transport, and storm formation.
Seasonal variation: Most regions experience distinct seasons with characteristic climate patterns due to Earth's tilt on its axis.
Current State and Challenges:
Climate change: The rise in average global temperature observed since the late 19th century is primarily attributed to human activities. This shift disrupts traditional weather patterns, leading to more extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and other complex challenges.
Climate variability: Even without human influence, Earth's climate naturally undergoes changes over time. Understanding these natural variations is crucial for separating them from human-caused trends.
Remember:
Climate is a complex system with both natural and human-influenced factors.
Understanding our planet's climate is crucial for addressing environmental challenges and ensuring a sustainable future. |
| People & Society |
| Population: |
13,037,774 people |
| Demonym: |
Earther |
| Demonym Plural: |
Earthers |
| Ethnic Groups: |
Homo sapiens - 75.0%
Aliens - 25.0%
Hybrid (Human/Alien) - 5.0% |
| Languages: |
English - 99.0%
Asgardi - 71.1%
Emmerian - 60.0% |
| Religions: |
The Way - 74.7%
Christianity - 2.0%
Islam - 17.7% |
| Health |
| Life Expectancy: |
85 years |
| Obesity: |
25.8% |
| Alcohol Users: |
65% |
| Tobacco Users: |
58% |
| Cannabis Users: |
14% |
| Hard Drug Users: |
20% |
| Economy |
| Description: |
Natural Resources: timber, potash, copper ore, natural gas, phosphate rock, magnesium bromide, clays, sand
Agricultural products: citrus, vegetables, cotton; beef, poultry, dairy products
Imports - Commodities: raw materials, military equipment, investment goods, rough diamonds, fuels, grain, consumer goods |
| Average Yearly Income: |
$187.80 |
| Gross Domestic Product (GDP): |
$18,244,246,504.00 |
| GDP per Capita: |
$1,399.34 |
| Gross National Income (GNI): |
$12,880,955,850.00 |
| Industries: |
high-technology products (including aviation, communications, computer-aided design and manufactures, medical electronics, fiber optics), wood and paper products, potash and phosphates, food, beverages, and tobacco, caustic soda, cement, pharmaceuticals, construction, metal products, chemical products, plastics, cut diamonds, textiles, footwear |
| Military |
| History: |
United Earth Defense Forces (EDF):Earth Federal Army (EFA), Earth Federal Navy (EFN), Earth Air Force (EAF)
18 years of age for compulsory military service; 17 years of age for voluntary military service; both sexes are obligated to military service; conscript service obligation - 32 months for enlisted men and 24 months for enlisted women (varies based on military occupation), 48 months for officers; pilots commit to 9-year service; reserve obligation to age 41-51 (men), age 24 (women) |
| Soldiers: |
105,000 |
| Tanks: |
26,250 |
| Aircraft: |
2,100 |
| Ships: |
175 |
| Missiles: |
0 |
| Nuclear Weapons: |
0 |
| Last Updated: 04/29/2025 03:56 am |
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