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Antarctica Facts

  1. Coldest Place on Earth: Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth. Temperatures can drop to below -80 degrees Celsius (-112 degrees Fahrenheit).

  2. No Permanent Residents: No one lives in Antarctica all year round. Only scientists and researchers stay there temporarily.

  3. Covered in Ice: Most of Antarctica is covered in ice. The ice is very thick, sometimes over 2 miles deep.

  4. Largest Desert: Antarctica is the largest desert in the world because it gets very little rain or snow.

  5. Penguins Live Here: Antarctica is home to many penguins, like the Emperor and Adelie penguins. They are adapted to the cold weather.

  6. Whales and Seals: The waters around Antarctica are full of whales and seals. They live in the icy ocean and hunt for food.

  7. Midnight Sun: In summer, the sun never sets in Antarctica. It's daylight all the time for several months.

  8. No Countries: No country owns Antarctica. It's a place for scientific research and peaceful activities only.

  9. Mountains and Volcanoes: Antarctica has mountains and even volcanoes. Mount Erebus is an active volcano on the continent.

  10. Frozen Oceans: The ocean around Antarctica freezes in the winter. It makes the area even larger with thick sea ice.

  11. Huge Icebergs: Antarctica produces massive icebergs that break off the ice shelves and float in the ocean.

  12. Old Ice: Some of the ice in Antarctica is very old, millions of years old. Scientists study it to learn about Earth's past climate.

  13. Protected Wildlife: The animals in Antarctica are protected by international agreements to keep them safe.

  14. Research Stations: Many countries have research stations in Antarctica. Scientists study the weather, wildlife, and ice.

  15. Auroras: You can see beautiful light displays called auroras in the sky over Antarctica during certain times of the year.

  16. Hidden Lakes: There are lakes under the ice in Antarctica. These lakes have been hidden for millions of years.

  17. Clean Air: Antarctica has some of the cleanest air on Earth. Scientists study the air to understand pollution.

  18. Important for Science: Research in Antarctica helps scientists learn more about climate change and its effects on the planet.

  19. No Trees: There are no trees or bushes in Antarctica. Only mosses and lichens can survive in the harsh conditions.

  20. Extreme Winds: Antarctica has some of the strongest winds on Earth. These winds can reach up to 200 miles per hour (320 kilometers per hour).

Countries in Antarctica