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Scale for measuring ice coverage, developed in the former USSR. The unit is the ball; one ball is 10% coverage, two balls 20%, and so on.

Green stands for the country's natural resources. White represents peace, justice, and unity. Blue recalls the sea and the capital Freetown's natural harbour. Effective date: 27 April 1961. >>