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Peninsula

usgb/pəˈnɪnsələ/Volume
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Geographical Feature

A peninsula is a specific landform; knowing this can help you understand geographical discussions or texts.

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Students are studying how the Yucatan Peninsula was formed.
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Not an Island

Unlike an island, a peninsula is connected to the mainland, which can be a common point of confusion.

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The Malay Peninsula extends southwards from the mainland of Asia.
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Cultural Identity

Some peninsulas have their own cultural identity, often due to their geographical isolation.

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The people of the Brittany Peninsula in France have a distinct Celtic culture.
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