Antarctica Geography Flashcard

Front

What is the geographical position of Antarctica in terms of the seven continents?

Back

It is the fifth largest.

Front

What is unique about Antarctica compared to other continents?

Back

It is the only continent that is an island.

Front

Where is the South Pole located in relation to Antarctica?

Back

West of the center of Antarctica

Front

What percentage of Antarctica is covered by ice?

Back

About 98%

Front

Which mountain is the highest point in Antarctica?

Back

Vinson Massif

Front

What is the South Pole?

Back

center of Antarctica

Front

Antarctica is the ________ continent on Earth

Back

Southernmost

Front

Which of the following is NOT true about Antarctica?
Antarctica is Earth's coldest place,
Antarctica is the smallest continent,
Antarctica is the driest continent,
No single country owns Antarctica

Back

Antarctica is the smallest continent

Front

This continent is the coldest and is home to animal species such as penguins, seals, and some birds.

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Antarctica

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Antarctica has no native population of these.

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people