Desert Features and Adaptations

The video explores the diverse nature of deserts, highlighting their defining characteristic of low rainfall. It distinguishes between hot and cold deserts, providing examples like the Sahara, Great Sandy, Gobi, and Antarctic deserts. The video also discusses how life adapts to these harsh environments, with plants and animals developing unique survival strategies.

What is a common misconception about deserts?

• They are always hot.

• They receive a lot of rainfall.

• They are always cold.

• They have no life.

How often do some deserts receive rain?

• Every month

• Every day

• Once a week

• A few days each year

What makes the Sahara Desert notable?

• It has no sand dunes.

• It is covered in ice.

• It is the largest hot desert.

• It is the smallest desert.

What is a key feature of the Great Sandy Desert?

• It has no vegetation.

• It has sweeping sand dunes.

• It is covered in ice.

• It is the coldest desert.

Which desert is known for having both hot summers and cold winters?

• Antarctic Desert

• Great Sandy Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

What is unique about the Antarctic Desert?

• It is the largest and coldest desert.

• It is covered in sand dunes.

• It has the most rainfall.

• It is the hottest desert.

Which desert is home to penguins and seals?

• Sahara Desert

• Great Sandy Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Antarctic Desert

What type of terrain is found in the Gobi Desert?

• Sand dunes

• Rocky terrain

• Coral reefs

• Lush forests

How do cacti survive in desert conditions?

• By growing tall

• By storing water in their stems

• By having deep roots

• By shedding leaves

What adaptation helps camels survive in deserts?

• They store water in their humps.

• They can fly.

• They hibernate.

• They have sharp claws.