Lakes in Russia

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What is the largest lake in Russia?
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Lake Baikal is the largest lake in Russia.
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Where is Lake Ladoga located?
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Lake Ladoga is located in the northwest of Russia, near Saint Petersburg.
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What is the significance of Lake Baikal?
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Lake Baikal is the world's oldest and deepest freshwater lake, containing 20% of the world's unfrozen freshwater reserve.
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What major ecological characteristic is notable about Lake Baikal?
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Lake Baikal is known for its unique biodiversity, including the Baikal seal and many endemic fish species.
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What is the second largest freshwater lake in Europe, found in Russia?
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Lake Ladoga is the second largest freshwater lake in Europe.
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Which lake is known for being heavily polluted in Russia?
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Lake Karachay is known for being heavily polluted due to nuclear waste.
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What phenomenon often occurs over Lake Ladoga during winter?
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Lake Ladoga often freezes over during winter, allowing for ice fishing and transportation.
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How does Lake Baikal contribute to scientific research?
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Lake Baikal is a site of extensive research on natural phenomena and lake ecology.
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What river flows out of Lake Ladoga and into the Gulf of Finland?
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The Neva River flows from Lake Ladoga into the Gulf of Finland.
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What is a major environmental threat to Lake Baikal?
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Pollution and climate change are major threats to Lake Baikal's ecosystems.
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Which lake serves as a key reservoir on the Volga River?
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The Rybinsk Reservoir is a key reservoir on the Volga River.
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Name a lake in Russia that is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Lake Baikal is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Which lake is known for a large bird population in its delta area?
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Lake Manych-Gudilo is known for its large bird populations in the delta areas.
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Describe the climate impact on the Russian lake regions.
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Climate change is affecting the ice cover duration and water levels in Russian lakes.
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Name an endorheic lake located in western Russia.
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Lake Elton, a salt lake, is an endorheic lake located in western Russia.
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