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Oct 6
11m 45s

The Frozen Continent: Exploring Antarcti...

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Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest place on Earth. It’s a frozen continent at the bottom of the world, covered almost entirely by ice. Even though people don’t live there permanently, scientists travel to Antarctica to study its wildlife, glaciers, and weather. Penguins, seals, and whales survive in this extreme environment, showing how life can ... Show More
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