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How do antarctic seals survive?
antarctic seals have blubber to keep them warm.
Why do Arctic foxes live in the polar region?
There are no Antarctic foxes. There are, however, Arctic foxes.
Are sir Robert falcon Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton two Antarctic explorers?
Yes, they were Antarctic explorers.
How do penguins keep warm in order to survive in Antarctica?
Penguins have a layer of fat under their feathers in order to keep warm in Antarctic air and frigid ocean waters.
Do Antarctic penguins have feathers?
Yes, they keep them warm in the cold Antarctic water. But if oil gets on their feathers they could die of being too cold.
How do penguins keep warm in the Antarctic?
Antarctic birds and mammals - penguins, whales and seals - are warm blooded animals and they maintain similar internal body temperatures to warm blooded animals in any other climate zone - that is about 35-42°C (95-107°F). They have to keep high body temperatures to remain active.
What did the Antarctic explorers wear?
Antarctic explorers were outfitted in layers that included cotton, wool, canvas and animal fur. Their boots were lined with a type of straw, to separate their feed from the ice.
How warm can the Antarctic desert get?
The Antarctic desert is a polar desert, and is not 'warm' at all. Antarctica is the coldest continent on earth.
What did the Antarctic explorers use for transport?
boats and dog sleds
What do Antarctic explorers face?
Extremely cold temperatures, mostly.
How early antarctic explorers traveled?
they traveled on sledges with dogs pulling them
What qualities are needed by Antarctic explorers?
resourceful, confidence, courage, bravery, determination
