A. Scan the article about Antarctica. In what ways is it different from other places on Earth? Why do scientists work there?

Antarctica is different because it is the most southern continent, is almost twice the size of Australia, has ice covering 98% of its land, and is the coldest and windiest place on Earth. It is also very dry, receives little precipitation, and has long periods of daylight in summer and darkness in winter.

Scientists work there to study the effects of climate change and to learn more about Earth and how to protect it.