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Do the arctic and antarctic have deserts? Yes or No
Both the artic and antarctic have deserts which is an area that receives less that 250mm of precipitation per year.
Is the antarctic the coldest place on earth? Yes or No
Antarctic is the coldest place on Earth. The temperatures can range from -60 degrees C to -10 degrees C with some areas getting even colder like the East Antarctic Plateau at -92 degrees C
The Arctic and Antarctic have many glaciers and ice shelves made completely of ice. Yes or No?
Yes, when large chunks fall off these glaciers it creates an iceberg.
The Arctic is home to approximately 4 million people. Yes or No?
Yes, the individuals that live in the Arctic are indigenous with a small handful of researchers.
Name 2 arctic animals.
Animals found in the Arctic include Polar Bears, Arctic Foxes, Caribou (or Reindeer), Musk Oxen, Walruses, and various Seals, such as Bearded, Harp, and Ringed Seals.
Where is the antarctic located?
It is located on the bottom of the world that surrounds the south pole.
There are only 2 main seasons in the Arctic, a long cold winter and a short cool summer. Yes or No?
Yes, there are only 2 main seasons. A long cold winter and a short cool summer. The temperature during the winter months is around -34 degrees C and depending on the location it can get even colder. In the summer, temperatures rise to about 10 degrees C which is warm enough for a lot of ice layers to melt and for plants to grow.
Icebergs are sometimes the size of ice cubes. Yes or No?
The size of an iceberg can range from the size of an ice cube to the size of a small country.
Some of the many Indigenous groups that live in the Arctic include: Inuit, Yupik and Sami. Yes or No?
The Indigenous have developed an impressive culture and ways of life. The knowledge and skills that they possess help them adapt to the frigid weather and not just survive, but thrive.
Do penguins live in the Arctic or Antarctic?
Penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, found on every continent from the icy shores of Antarctica to the warmer coasts of Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and South America, as well as tropical islands like the Galapagos. They require land for nesting and raising young and depend on the ocean for their food, such as fish and krill
There are two polar regions. Name either one of the polar regions.
Polar Region 1: The Arctic
Polar Region 2: The Antarctic
Storms never happen in the Arctic and Antarctic. True or False?
Storms can happen in both the Arctic and Antarctic due to the intense harsh climate.The most dangerous storms are cyclones.
Animals use icebergs for hunting, resting, and transportation. Yes or No?
Yes. They hop on the floating ice and sail on it until they reach another destination.
Some skills that the Indigenous people in the Arctic and Antarctic have developed include: navigation, hunting, building shelters , and making garments. Yes or No?
Yes. In the Arctic and Antarctic, why are navigation, hunting, building shelters, and making garments important?
The creation and making of garments to keep warm is a very specialized skill and passed down from generation to generation.
What are Igloos currently used for?
Igloos are currently used as temporary, emergency shelters by some Arctic hunters and for educational or recreational purposes, like ice hotels and restaurants. While they were once common temporary dwellings for the Inuit, most modern Arctic communities use permanent houses, and igloos retain their cultural significance as symbols of traditional knowledge and adaptation to the environment.
The arctic and antarctic are similar to a typical desert. This means that you can find cactuses and dry soil. Yes or No?
The arctic and antarctic are not similar to a typical desert. There are no cactuses but it's very cold. Since it's so cold, the little snow that they do get builds up over time.
During the summer months, there are 24 hours a day of sunlight. True or False?
Yes, during the summer months there are 24 hours a day of sunlight and during the winter months 24 hours a day of darkness.
Icebergs are smaller than we think. Yes or No?
No, icebergs are actually bigger that we think. Only about 10% of an iceberg shows above the water's surface, which means the iceberg is much bigger under the surface.
When Indigenous groups are creating garments to keep warm, some of the materials they use include: animal hides. Yes or No?
Yes. Some of the materials required to keep warm include animal hides and sinew which is caribou tendons that are used to make strong water resistant thread. When sewing, there is a specialized art to creating seams that are both wind and waterproof.
What are 2 plants that grow in the Arctic?
Arctic plants include lichens, mosses, dwarf shrubs like arctic willow and bearberry, and small flowering plants such as the arctic poppy and purple saxifrage. These plants are adapted to the tundra's cold temperatures, permafrost, and limited growing season, often forming low-lying mats, cushions, or carpets to survive the harsh conditions
Name the picture that was found on the coin at station 1. Hint: This edible product can be found in both the lake and the ocean and it's a source of protein.
The edible product is a fish.
What is a cyclone?
A cyclone is a powerful storm that give a hurricane-like appearance that includes high winds and heavy participation. Cyclones happen all year round but are more common during the colder seasons.
It is dangerous to travel too close to an iceberg. Yes or No?
Yes, it is very dangerous for boats travelling near icebergs so they need to keep a good safe distance from the iceberg.
The Antarctic is uninhabitable for permanent residency due to the extreme cold. Yes or No?
Yes. There are research stations in the Antarctic but there are no permanent residents or towns.
What are the Northern Lights also know as?