The Knowledge of Antarctica Continent

Geography:

• world's highest, coldest, and windiest continent

• more than 1. 31 times as big as the UK
• most of the area is classified as 2. 32 ----

Research Stations:

• international teams work together

• 3. 33 is integrated with technical support
• stations contain accommodation, work areas, a kitchen, a 4. 34 ---------------------- , and a gym
• supplies were brought to Zero One station by sledge from a/an 5. 35 at the edge of the ice 15 km away
• problem of snow build-ups solved by building stations on 6. 36 with adjustable legs

Food and Diet:

• average daily requirement for an adult in Antarctica is approximately 7. 37 kilocalories

• rations for fieldwork prepared by process of freeze-drying

Research:

• The most important research focuses on climate change, including:

- monitoring the hole in the ozone layer

Work Opportunities:

• Many openings for 10. 40 _ people including:

- research assistants

- administrative and technical positions