Brazil covers approximately 8.5 million km², making it the largest country in South America and 5th in the world.
The top four are: Russia, Canada, China, and the United States. Brazil follows as number five.
Its vast area contributes to rich biodiversity, varied climates, and resource abundance—but also challenges in infrastructure and management.
\[ \textbf{Brazil ranks 5th globally in total area.} \]

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