Lesson 46 of 84 · Geography
⭐ 30 XP🗺️ Atlas OutpostThe Arctic and Antarctic
The Arctic and Antarctic are two very cold regions of the Earth.
🎯 Your mission
Navigate the world like an explorer with a question.
⚡ The twist
Maps lie a little — they always have to.
Mind = Blown
🤯 There's a country (Vatican City) that's smaller than most golf courses.
Then & Now
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The Arctic and Antarctic are two very cold regions of the Earth. The Arctic is located at the northernmost part of the globe, while the Antarctic is found at the southernmost part. The Arctic is primarily ocean surrounded by land, and it is home to animals like polar bears and seals. In contrast, Antarctica is a continent covered in ice and is home to penguins and other unique wildlife.
Key Facts
The Arctic is mostly ocean, while Antarctica is a landmass covered in ice.
Polar bears live in the Arctic, while penguins live in Antarctica.
Both regions are extremely cold and have ice all year round.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Which animal lives in the Arctic?
Why this still matters
Every label on the food in your kitchen says where it traveled from.
Stretch Challenge
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Pull up a map and find a country you've never heard of. Look up one fact.
For the dinner table
“If you could live anywhere on Earth, where would it be — and why?”
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