What is the Literal Meaning of the Word Antarctica? - Geography

What is the literal meaning of the word Antarctica?

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The literal meaning of Antarctica is ‘Opposite of Arctic’.

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Antarctica – the Uninhabited Continent

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पाठ 18: Antarctica: Location, Physical Features, Climate, Natural Vegetation - Answer the questions in brief

पाठ 18 Antarctica: Location, Physical Features, Climate, Natural Vegetation
Answer the questions in brief | Q 2

Discuss the importance of the many research stations in Antarctica for the global community.

Identify who I am:

I am the highest point in Antarctica

Identify who I am:

I am the most active volcano

Identify who I am:

I was one of the earliest explorers from England

Give geographical reasons for the following:

Antarctica is not the smallest continent.

Give geographical reasons for the following:

The North Pole is warmer than the South Pole.

List a few birds found in Antarctica.

Give an account of the wildlife found in Antarctica.

The Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station in Antarctica is seen in the photograph here.

Why do countries have research stations in Antarctica?

Collect information and pictures of the Springtail. Stick the pictures in your scrapbook and write the information alongside.