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Greenland: size, dimension and comparison

The adopted reference is about 2,670 km.

approximate north–south length

2,670 km = 2,670,000 m. A kilometer contains 1,000 meters.

A vast island largely covered by an ice sheet.

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Greenland, interpreted illustration
Interpreted illustration · dimension stated in the fact sheet.

What does this number measure?

A vast island largely covered by an ice sheet. Displayed dimension: approximate north–south length.

Compare the stated dimensions

The comparison uses the number in each fact sheet: altitude, height, diameter, length or distance, depending on the reference. Two values in metres do not necessarily describe the same property.

Compare with Great Barrier Reef in the explorer →

Source and limitations

Catalogue value to check against the source; not individually audited.

Interpreted geographic view; illustrative relief, textures and colours. This image is not a scientific map.