What does pingo mean?
A pingo is a natural mound of earth and ice that forms in permafrost regions, typically found in the Arctic tundra. It is created when water seeps into the ground and freezes, pushing the earth upwards.
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"The researchers studied the unique ecosystem surrounding the pingos in the Arctic wilderness."
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