A geographic information system gis is a computer system for capturing, storing, checking, and displaying data related to positions on earths surface. Polar bears live in one of the planets coldest environments and depend on a thick coat of insulated fur, which covers a warming layer of fat. Roof of africa marsh attempts a treacherous winter ascent of the notoriously rugged sani pass but things get worse as he face the highest road in africa. Perilous journeys is a global adventure tv series hosted by marsh mokhtari and produced by towers productions for the national geographic channel.
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