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Iceland is a Nordic island country between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge between Europe and North America. It is culturally and politically linked with Europe and is the region's westernmost and most sparsely populated country. Its capital and largest city is Reykjavík, which is home to about 36% of the country's roughly 390,000 residents (excluding nearby towns/suburbs, which are separate municipalities). The official language of the country is Icelandic. Iceland is on a rift between tectonic plates, and its geologic activity includes geysers and frequent volcanic eruptions. The interior consists of a volcanic plateau with sand and lava fields, mountains and glaciers, and many glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands. Iceland is warmed by the Gulf Stream and has a temperate climate, despite being at a latitude just south of the Arctic Circle. Its latitude and marine influence keep summers chilly, and most of its islands have a polar climate.

Iceland - Wikipedia Jump to content Coordinates : 65°N 18°W  /  65°N 18°W  / 65; -18 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Island country in the Atlantic Ocean This article is about the country. For other uses, see Iceland (disambiguation) . Iceland Ísland   ( Icelandic ) Flag Coat of arms Anthem:   Ó Guð vors lands "O God of Our Land" Show globe Show map of Europe Location of Iceland (dark green) Capital and largest city Reykjavík 64°08′N 21°56′W  /  64.133°N 21.933°W  / 64.133; -21.933 Official language Icelandic Ethnic groups (2

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