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Large Waves of the Southern Ocean
Photo: Large waves characterize the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica
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Roiled seas and big waves characterize the frigid waters around Antarctica. Most of the surface of Antarctica is harsh and barren, but the waters that surround it bustle with specially adapted plants and animals.
Photograph by Maria Stenzel

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