How much of it is covered in ice?
98%
77%
86%
The Antarctic Treaty (signed in 1959) protects the continent for peaceful, scientific purposes only, what is not allowed?
No military activity or mining is allowed.
How big is Antarctica?
The size of the USA and Mexico
The size of Russia
The size of Australia
Which are the warmest months in Antarctica?
December and January
Which are the coldest months in Antarctica?
June and July
Name 3 animals that live in Antarctica
Seals, whales, penguins
Which of these animals can you find there?
seals
wolves
polar bears
What is the lowest temperature recorded?
-64.4°C
−89.2°C
-97.3°C
Who was the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911?
Richard Byrd (American)
Roald Amunsen (Norwegian)
Robert Scott (British)
Who are the only people living in Antarctica?
Scientists