Physical Geog of Antarctica Quiz

What is the total area of Antarctica?

• 14 million km2

• 10 million km2

• 20 million km2

• 5 million km2

What percentage of Earth's surface freshwater does Antarctica hold?

• 90%

• 70%

• 30%

• 50%

What is the average temperature in Antarctica?

• -40°C

• -10°C

• -50°C

• -20°C

What is the mean annual precipitation?

• less than 50 mm

• 100 mm - 200 mm

• 400 mm - 600 mm

• 200 mm - 400 mm

What is the average annual rainfall in the UK compared to Antarctica?

• 5 times larger

• 10 times larger

• 2 times larger

• 20 times larger

What is the largest desert in the world?

• Gobi Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Antarctica

• Arabian Desert

What are the strong winds in Antarctica known as?

• Monsoon winds

• Cyclonic winds

• Trade winds

• Katabatic winds

During which months does Antarctica experience constant sunlight at the South Pole?

• September to March

• March to October

• July to December

• November to April

What type of plants can grow in Antarctica?

• Trees and shrubs

• Mosses and lichen

• Grasses and flowers

• Ferns and algae

Which ocean is diverse in marine life around Antarctica?

• Indian Ocean

• Southern Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean