Antartica Flashcards

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Antarctica climate

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has the coldest climate on Earth.

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Antarctica temperature

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The interior averages −70°F (−57°C), while the coast averages 14°F (−10°C).

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Antarctica precipitation

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Antarctica’s total precipitation (mostly snow) averages ~6.5 inches (166 mm) per year, with deserts in the interior receiving less than 10 inches (~250 mm).

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Antarctic rainfall

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Rainfall is rare and usually occurs in coastal and island areas during summer.

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Antarctica humidity

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Antarctica’s dry air and low temperatures reduce humidity.

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Antarctica ice sheet

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The ice sheet is formed from compressed snow that rarely melts.

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Antarctica winters

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Winters are dark, cold, and phytoplankton-free.

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Antarctica seas

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Antarctic seas are productive because summer phytoplankton grows abundantly.

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Antarctica krill

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This massive primary-producer population supports large populations of krill.

Krill: These are key food sources in this ecosystem and serve as food for many predators.

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