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United Arab Emirates!

Take a trip around the world and learn some math facts about United Arab Emirates.

By Jessica McKenna-Ratjen
From the October 2020 Issue

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    16,000

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On the island of Sir Bani Yas, 16,000 animals—including cheetahs, gazelles, and hyenas—are protected on a savanna-like reserve. 

    6,000

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The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, the world’s first treatment center for falcons, cares for about 6,000 falcons per year.

    828

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The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the world’s tallest building. It stands 828 meters tall (about 2,717 feet) and has more than 160 stories.

    1.76

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In Ras al-Khaimah, the world’s longest zipline stretches 1.76 miles. That’s about the length of 25 football fields!

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