Antarctica Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Antarctica extremely cold?
A
It is located at the bottom of the Southern Hemisphere so it receives less direct sunlight.
2
Q
What is a behavioral adaptation?
A
Something an animal does to survive. eg. huddling in groups.
3
Q
What adaptation does the Antarctic cod have?
A
The Antarctic cod can lower it’s heartbeat to 10bpm to save energy.
4
Q
What are the animals in the Antarctic food chain?
A
phytoplankton-krill-cod-squid-leopard seal-orca.
5
Q
Difference between Antarctica and Arctic.
A
Antarctica is located in the Southern Hemisphere
whilst Arctic is located in the Northern Hemisphere.
Antarctica is a continent whilst Arctic is not
