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What was the primary scientific focus of the Franklin Expedition?

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Geography was the primary scientific focus of the Franklin Expedition. The expedition's goal was to explore and map the Northwest Passage, a potential shipping route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The expedition also aimed to collect scientific data on the region's geography, climate, and natural history.
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