Which mountain range running north to south through Russia is traditionally considered the boundary between Europe and Asia?

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The Ural Mountains

The Ural Mountains stretch approximately 1,550 miles from the Arctic Ocean to Kazakhstan, serving as a natural divide between the European and Asian parts of Russia. Although they are one of the world's oldest mountain ranges, they are relatively low in elevation compared to the Himalayas or the Alps. They are exceptionally famous for their vast mineral wealth, containing significant deposits of gold, platinum, and precious gemstones.

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