Antarctica: Geography and Wildlife

The video explores Earth's continents, focusing on Antarctica's unique climate, wildlife, and its crucial role in global climate regulation. It highlights the continent's extreme conditions, diverse wildlife, and the importance of scientific research under the Antarctic Treaty. The video concludes with a quiz to test viewers' understanding.

Which continent is known for having the largest number of countries?

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

• North America

What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Antarctica?

• -89.2°C

• -76°C

• -100°C

• -60°C

Which species of penguin is known for enduring the coldest temperatures to raise their young?

• Adelie Penguin

• Chinstrap Penguin

• Gentoo Penguin

• Emperor Penguin

What is the primary diet of the seals found in Antarctica?

• Plankton

• Small mammals

• Seaweed

• Fish and krill

Which bird has the largest wingspan and is found in Antarctica?

• Snow Petrel

• Antarctic Skua

• Wandering Albatross

• Emperor Penguin

What percentage of the world's ice is contained in Antarctica?

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

• 100%

If all the ice in Antarctica were to melt, by how much would global sea levels rise?

• 30 meters

• 60 meters

• 100 meters

• 10 meters

What is the main purpose of the Antarctic Treaty signed in 1959?

• To promote tourism

• To set aside Antarctica for peaceful scientific research

• To establish permanent settlements

• To allow military activities

Which of the following is prohibited by the Antarctic Treaty?

• Fishing

• Tourist visits

• Military activities

• Scientific research

Why is Antarctica considered crucial for regulating Earth's climate?

• It reflects sunlight back into space

• It is a major source of fossil fuels

• It absorbs sunlight

• It has a large population