Antarctica: The Snowy Desert

Antarctica experiences snowfall, contributing about five centimeters of water annually. Despite this, it is classified as the largest and coldest desert on Earth due to its low precipitation levels.

What natural phenomenon occurs in Antarctica?

• Hail

• Fog

• Rain

• Snow

How much water does the snow in Antarctica contribute annually?

• 10 cm

• 20 cm

• 15 cm

• 5 cm

What is the primary characteristic of the snow in Antarctica?

• It melts quickly

• It is very light

• It accumulates slowly

• It is very dense

Which of the following best describes Antarctica?

• A dense forest

• The largest and coldest desert

• A small island

• A tropical paradise

What makes Antarctica unique compared to other deserts?

• It has the most vegetation

• It has the most rainfall

• It is the hottest

• It is the largest and coldest