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Tundra

"type of ecosystem dominated by lichens, mosses, grasses and dwarf woody plants. It is found at high latitudes (arctic tundra) or high altitudes (alpine tundra). The arctic tundra possesses a permanently frozen subsoil, usually very wet."

Source: United Nations, Glossary of Environment Statistics

   
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