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With such low humidity and moisture on this portion of the continent, snow and ice cannot even accumulate, which leaves the valleys as just a dusty expanse of dirt. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"2.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" Antarctica is, on average, ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"the windiest place on earth","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":". Scientists exploring this southerly landmass have reported wind speeds that have reached up to 200 miles per hour. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"3.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" The Antarctic Ice Sheet is the single ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"biggest mass of ice in the world","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" and can sometimes be up to four miles thick. The continent as a whole contains about 90 percent of the planet's freshwater ice and around 70 percent of the total fresh water on earth!","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"4.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" Scientists claim that if the West Antarctic Ice Sheet were to melt, it would","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":" raise global sea levels","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" by about 16 feet. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"5.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" The Ross Ice Shelf - a floating tongue of ice that extends off the continent's main landmass - encompasses more than 510,000 square kilometres and is the ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"largest ice shelf","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" that has ever been discovered. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"6.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" While Antarctica is covered in ice, it actually holds one of the ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"world's biggest mountain ranges","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" - the Gamburtsev Mountains - which stretch out more than 1200 kilometres. The highest peaks are estimated to be around 2,800 metres or about one-third the size of earth's tallest mountain: Mount Everest. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"7.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" Another interesting geographic feature ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"hidden under the ice sheet is Lake Vostok","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":", a freshwater lake buried under 4 kilometres of frozen water. 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Scientists speculate that it could be even larger, but further exploration is required to learn the true boundaries of this massive rift. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"9.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" Antarctica is home to ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"Mount Erebus","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" - the southern-most active volcano in the world - as well as the only known \"lava lakes,\" which have held liquid magma for eons despite the continent's frigid conditions. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"10.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" There are 30 different countries that operate ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"80 research stations","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" situated around the continent. The human inhabitants who occupy these facilities number around 4,000 during the summer months and only 1,000 during the long, harsh winters.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"11.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" In January of 1979, Emile Marco Palma became the first human ever to be ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"born on Antarctica","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":". 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How thick is the ice on Antarctica?","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"The main thickness of the ice on Antarctica is about 2,16 km, that is over 7000 ft. One of the most fascinating things about Antarctica is that it is, in fact, a landmass. Explorers travelling to the north pole were only ever standing on ice and hope - south pole explorers have something more substantial underneath. However, in parts of Antarctica, the land itself is far underneath indeed.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"2. Are there any cities in Antarctica?","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"There are no indigenous population on Antarctica today, and it has never been. Antarctica is an isolated island, both in terms of distance to main land, climate and the storminess of its seas. The people being on Antarctica are either tourists that often lives on a cruise ship, or scientist who work on the research stations. Access to Antarctica are permitted by the Antarctic Treaty. If you want to go there for a expedition or just visit, you’ll need a permission to go. However, if you book an expedition cruise to Antarctica with Hurtigruten, there is much easier to have a comfortable stay and still experience the amazing nature and wilderness. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"3. Research stations in Antarctica provides scientific research","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Though there are no truly permanent residents in Antarctica, there are people there all year round. The continent's isolation and harsh climate, though difficult to live in, make it perfect for all manner of study. There are around 45 permanent stations and in summer there are 30 camps in addition. Researches stay in Antarctic bases and study the continent's' life, geography and temperatures. It's also a prime location for astronomers - the clear conditions and near-permanent darkness in winter make for ideal stargazing. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"4. Hidden lakes in Antarctica","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Antarctica has a secret lake - many secret lakes, in fact. Scientists have drilled far beneath the thick glacial ice atop Antarctica to find liquid lakes below. The spectacular hidden lakes are just one of many features of Antarctica. The most exciting part: These lakes are absolutely teeming with microscopic life. 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This ice-covered continent actually contains the vast majority of Earth's freshwater: about 70 percent. This is one of the many reasons the ice cap is such a precious resource - as that ice melts in Antarctica, it mixes into the saltwater surrounding it. Desalination, or the process of removing freshwater from saltwater, is notoriously tricky to do on a large scale, which means it's vital to keep that freshwater separate and safe. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"10. Meteorites – go space rock-hunting in Antarctica","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"If you've ever wanted to search for a meteorite, Antarctica is the place to do it. The continent has earned a reputation for being perfect for finding fallen space rocks. There are two main characteristics that make Antarctica so great for meteorite enthusiasts: the white expanse and the ice drifts. 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Adélie penguin populations have been declining in recent years due to reductions in krill populations and changes in weather in their traditional nesting areas. Emperor penguins are vulnerable as well. Another species identified to be highly vulnerable to climate change is the Antarctic tooth fish.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Climate change in Antarctica will have dramatic effects both locally and globally.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"About the author","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-3"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Mr. Svein Tveitdal is a civil engineer with extensive experience from the private sector and the UN. 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