Antarctica is classified as a desert because it receives less precipitation than the Sahara, yet it holds about 70 per cent of the planet's fresh water, locked in an ice sheet averaging over two kilometres thick across the continent
Recent scientific reports highlight Antarctica's contrasting nature as a desert that holds most of Earth's fresh water and hides ancient structures.
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Recent reports detail the geological and structural complexities of Antarctica. While classified as a desert due to receiving less precipitation than the Sahara, the continent contains approximately 70 percent of the planet's fresh water within an ice sheet averaging over two kilometres thick.
Coverage from Yahoo Tech and Futura focuses on discoveries beneath the ice, including a vast ancient structure and a disturbing volcanic scenario. Additionally, News.com.au reports on an Antarctic volcano that crystallises gold in mid-air.
Future observations will likely center on the nature of the discovered ancient structure and the progression of the volcanic activity described by researchers.
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Quick answers
Why is Antarctica considered a desert?
According to Space Daily, it is classified as a desert because it receives less precipitation than the Sahara.
How much of the world's fresh water is in Antarctica?
The continent holds about 70 per cent of the planet's fresh water.
What has been discovered beneath the ice?
Yahoo Tech reports the discovery of a vast ancient structure, while Futura notes a disturbing volcanic scenario unfolding beneath the continent.
Coverage (4)
- Scientists discover vast ancient structure beneath Antarctica Yahoo Tech · 21h ago
- Antarctic volcano crystallises gold in mid-air News.com.au · 21h ago
- Scientists Sound Alarm as Disturbing Volcanic Scenario Unfolds Beneath Antarctica Futura, le média qui explore le monde · 21h ago
- Antarctica is classified as a desert because it receives less precipitation than the Sahara, yet it holds about 70 per cent of the planet's fresh water, locked in an ice sheet averaging over two kilometres thick across the continent Space Daily · 21h ago
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