Frigid Zones: Geography and Wildlife

The video explores the frigid zones, which are the coldest regions on Earth, located around the North and South Poles. The North Frigid Zone, or Arctic, includes parts of several countries and features tundra vegetation and various adapted animals. It is home to nomadic tribes and has resources like oil and gas. The South Frigid Zone, or Antarctica, is mostly ice-covered, with no permanent human settlements but hosts scientific research stations. Both zones have unique ecosystems and challenges due to their extreme climates.

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by the frigid zones?

• 12%

• 8.24%

• 5%

• 10%

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the North Frigid Zone?

• Includes parts of Russia

• Presence of tundra vegetation

• Located in the Southern Hemisphere

• Home to polar bears

Which animal is known to hibernate in the North Frigid Zone?

• Penguin

• Arctic fox

• Ground squirrel

• Seal

Which nomadic tribe is found in the North Frigid Zone?

• Inuit

• Zulu

• Maasai

• Aborigines

What is a traditional occupation of the tribes in the North Frigid Zone?

• Agriculture

• Reindeer herding

• Mining

• Textile weaving

Which mineral is NOT found in the North Frigid Zone?

• Gold

• Oil

• Natural gas

• Uranium

What is the South Frigid Zone also known as?

• Equatorial Zone

• Antarctic Zone

• Arctic Zone

• Tundra Zone

Which of the following animals is NOT found in the South Frigid Zone?

• Penguin

• Squid

• Albatross

• Polar bear

What is the primary human activity in the South Frigid Zone?

• Tourism

• Scientific research

• Fishing

• Mining

Why are there no permanent human settlements in the South Frigid Zone?

• Lack of resources

• Extreme cold

• All of the above

• No vegetation