What Makes Alaska Unique Among U.S. States

1. Size: Largest state (~1/5 of U.S.); bigger than Mexico, Indonesia, Libya.
2. Population: Most sparse (~739K; 1.2/sq mi vs. NJ's 1,200+/sq mi).
3. Climate: Arctic tundra to temperate rainforest; extremes: -80°F to 90°F.
4. Natural Resources: Oil, gas, minerals, timber; longest U.S. coastline supports fishing.
5. Wildlife: Moose, caribou, bears, wolves, whales, sea lions; many parks/refuges.
6. Culture: Melting pot from Russian, Native American, Asian, European roots; rich heritage in music, dance, art, food.
7. Government: Unicameral legislature (Alaska House), elected governor; 2 Senators, 1 Representative in Congress.

Alaska is a vast, rugged, beautiful land of adventure and distinct character.