L1 - Cracknelling Under Pressure (Antarctica) Flashcards
Why is there a low angle of the sun in the polar?
There is lower latitude in the Polar
What is the night time temperature in the polar?
-55 degrees Celsius
What is the day time temperature in the Polar?
12 degrees Celsius
Why are there no clouds in the Polar?
There is a high pressure in the polar
When is there 24 hour days in the polar?
In December
When is there 24 hour nights in the Polar?
In June
Where does shorter sun rays hit the earth?
The equator where there is a smaller area impacted making it hotter
Where does the sun rays take longer to hit the earth?
Near the poles where there is a larger area impacted so there is less heat intensity
Where are fully coniferous trees seen?
Nearer to the equator
What type of trees are there as you get further away from the equator and get closer to the poles?
Trees are stunted and short and gain greater distance between each other.
Another name for plants
Flora
Another name for animals
Fauna
Can humans survive in extreme environments?
No, as they are day to day activity is limited and their existence is threatened. They need to take special measures to survive.
Can plants or animals survive in extreme conditions?
A few animals and plants can survive however only with ingenious adaptations.
How much of Antarctica is covered in ice?
98%
