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Antarctica Flashcards

1
Q

What is the southernmost continent on Earth?

A

Antarctica

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2
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True or False: Antarctica is a desert.

A

True

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3
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What is the primary reason Antarctica is considered a desert?

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It receives very little precipitation.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The Antarctic Circle is located at _____ degrees south latitude.

A

66.5

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5
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Which ocean surrounds Antarctica?

A

Southern Ocean

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6
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What is the largest ice sheet in the world located in Antarctica?

A

Antarctic Ice Sheet

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7
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How much of the world’s freshwater is stored in Antarctica?

A

About 60%

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8
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What is the name of the highest peak in Antarctica?

A

Mount Vinson

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9
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True or False: Antarctica has a permanent human population.

A

False

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10
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Which country operates the southernmost permanently inhabited research station?

A

Argentina (Esperanza Base)

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11
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What treaty governs international relations regarding Antarctica?

A

Antarctic Treaty

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12
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When was the Antarctic Treaty signed?

A

1961

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13
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What is the primary purpose of the Antarctic Treaty?

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To ensure that Antarctica is used for peaceful purposes and scientific research.

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14
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Which animal is known as the largest land predator in Antarctica?

A

The Antarctic seal

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15
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Fill in the blank: The primary type of penguin found in Antarctica is the _____ penguin.

A

Emperor

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16
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What phenomenon causes the long periods of daylight or darkness in Antarctica?

A

Polar day and polar night

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17
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True or False: Antarctica is home to a diverse range of plant life.

A

False

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18
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What type of climate is found in Antarctica?

A

Polar climate

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19
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What is the average temperature in Antarctica during winter?

A

Around -20 degrees Celsius (-4 degrees Fahrenheit)

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20
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Which country has the largest number of research stations in Antarctica?

A

The United States

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21
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What is the main source of food for penguins in Antarctica?

A

Krill

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22
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Fill in the blank: The Antarctic Peninsula is the _____ part of the continent.

A

most northerly

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23
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What is the primary threat to the Antarctic ecosystem?

A

Climate change

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24
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Which type of ice is formed from the freezing of seawater?

A

Sea ice

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25
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True or False: The Antarctic Ice Sheet is shrinking.

A

True

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26
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What is the name of the area in Antarctica where the ozone layer has been depleted?

A

Ozone hole

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27
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What are icebergs primarily made of?

A

Freshwater ice

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28
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What type of research is primarily conducted in Antarctica?

A

Scientific research

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29
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Fill in the blank: The main research focus in Antarctica includes _____ and climate studies.

A

Glaciology

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30
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What is the term for the seasonal melting and freezing of sea ice in Antarctica?

A

Sea ice cycle

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31
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Which continent is considered a natural laboratory for studying climate change?

A

Antarctica

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32
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What is the term for the large floating sheets of ice that break off from glaciers?

A

Icebergs

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33
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True or False: Antarctica has no native terrestrial mammals.

34
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What is the primary source of information about Antarctica’s past climate?

35
Q

Which type of whale is commonly found in Antarctic waters?

A

Blue whale

36
Q

Fill in the blank: The primary vegetation found in Antarctica includes _____.

A

Lichens and mosses

37
Q

What is the main reason for the high albedo effect in Antarctica?

A

The reflection of sunlight by ice and snow

38
Q

Which two countries have territorial claims in Antarctica?

A

Argentina and Chile

39
Q

What is the main purpose of the Antarctic Conservation Act?

A

To protect the Antarctic environment and its ecosystems.

40
Q

What is the term for meltwater that flows into the ocean from glaciers?

A

Glacial runoff

41
Q

True or False: The Antarctic ecosystem is highly resilient to climate change.

42
Q

What type of rock formations are primarily found in Antarctica?

A

Metamorphic and igneous rocks

43
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic continent is roughly _____ times the size of Australia.

44
Q

What is the primary reason for the presence of research stations in Antarctica?

A

Scientific research

45
Q

Which organization is responsible for coordinating international scientific research in Antarctica?

A

The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR)

46
Q

What is the term for the seasonal migration of animals, such as whales, in and out of Antarctic waters?

47
Q

True or False: Antarctica has a more extreme climate than the Arctic.

48
Q

What is the main impact of melting ice sheets on global sea levels?

A

Rising sea levels

49
Q

Fill in the blank: The main research conducted on the Antarctic Peninsula focuses on _____ change.

50
Q

What is the primary characteristic of the Antarctic ecosystem?

A

It is specialized and fragile.

51
Q

Which bird species is known for its long-distance migration to Antarctica?

A

Arctic tern

52
Q

True or False: The Antarctic continent experiences volcanic activity.

53
Q

What is the term for the process by which glaciers flow and reshape the land?

A

Glacial erosion

54
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic Treaty prohibits _____ military activity.

55
Q

What is the name of the large ice shelf that is a significant part of Antarctica?

A

Ross Ice Shelf

56
Q

Which mammal is known for its thick blubber and is found in Antarctic waters?

A

Elephant seal

57
Q

What is the term for the study of glaciers and ice sheets?

A

Glaciology

58
Q

True or False: The Antarctic region is home to many species of trees.

59
Q

What is the primary method of transportation for scientists in Antarctica?

A

Airplane and helicopter

60
Q

Fill in the blank: The main purpose of the Antarctic Marine Living Resources Convention is to manage _____ resources.

61
Q

What is the term for the region where the Antarctic Ice Sheet meets the ocean?

62
Q

Which marine animal is a key indicator species for the health of the Antarctic ecosystem?

63
Q

True or False: Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth.

64
Q

What is the term for the large expanses of ice that break off from glaciers and float in the ocean?

65
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic region is characterized by _____ temperatures.

A

Extremely low

66
Q

What is the primary reason for the unique wildlife found in Antarctica?

A

Isolation and adaptation

67
Q

Which type of seal is known for its distinctive whiskers and is found in Antarctica?

A

Weddell seal

68
Q

True or False: Antarctica has no trees.

69
Q

What is the main factor influencing the climate of Antarctica?

70
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic ecosystem relies heavily on _____ for energy.

71
Q

What is the term for the land area that is permanently covered by ice?

72
Q

Which type of penguin is the smallest species found in Antarctica?

A

Little Blue Penguin

73
Q

True or False: The Antarctic region is experiencing a significant increase in biodiversity.

74
Q

What is the primary impact of human activities on Antarctica?

A

Pollution and climate change

75
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic ecosystem is particularly sensitive to _____ changes.

76
Q

What is the primary research focus of the British Antarctic Survey?

A

Environmental science

77
Q

Which country was the first to establish a research station in Antarctica?

78
Q

True or False: The Antarctic region is a significant site for studying global warming.

79
Q

What is the main purpose of the Antarctic Conservation Strategy?

A

To protect the Antarctic environment.

80
Q

Fill in the blank: The Antarctic region is critical for studying _____ systems.

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