Major Domains Of The Earth (Antarctica)

Question 1

Why is Antartica known as the White Continent?

Answer 1

Antarctica is known as the White Continent because it is covered in ice sheets all year round, causing it to appear white. Hence Antarctica is called the White Continent.

Question 2

Why is Antartica known as the Continent of Science?

Answer 2

In 1959, many countries of the world signed the Antarctic Treaty. According to the treaty, no country can exploit the natural resources of Antartica. They agreed to use it only for peaceful purposes, for example, to study climate change. Hence, it os also known as the Continent of Science.

Question 3

Where is Antarctica located?

Answer 3

It is situated in the Antarctic region of the Southern Hemisphere. Antarctica also consists of the South Pole

Question 4

When was Antarctica discovered?

Answer 4

1820

Question 5

What is Antactica’s tallest mountain?

Answer 5

Vinson Massif (4,892 m)

Question 6

Which is the world’s southernmost active volcano located in Antarctica?

Answer 6

Mount Erebus