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Term: polynya
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A polynya is any non-linear area of open water surrounded by sea ice. It is now used as geographical term for areas of sea in Arctic or Antarctic regions which remain unfrozen for much of the year.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
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