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  1. Fill in the blanks to complete these three facts about Antarctica:
    • Antarctica holds % of the world's fresh water.
    • The world's lowest recorded temperature was degrees F.
    • For six months of the year, there are hours of sunshine each day.

    Find the Answer!

     
  2. Look at the Antarctic timeline. What did Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd accomplish in 1929?

     
  3. Use the data in the chart to determine what part of Antarctica is the coldest. The coldest part of Antarctica is with a temperature of degrees.

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  4. In 1840, explorers determined that Antarctica was a , not a .

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  5. Antarctica is said to be a plateau of ice. This plateau of ice is approximately meters thick.

    Find the Answer!

     

  6. Adult Adelie Penguins would be most afraid of while the baby chicks would be more afraid of .

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  7. What causes the raspberry ripple snow to have its red coloring?

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  8. Was Antarctica always covered in ice and snow? Explain.

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  9. Why is Antarctica considered to be the coldest desert in the world?

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