Unique Facts About Antarctica: Coldest Continent On Earth

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In Antarctica, summers consists of lengthy days that last for months without a sunset

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90% of the world's ice and 70% of the fresh water on Earth's surface are in Antarctica in a frozen form, according to reports

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Antarctica is governed by the Antarctic Treaty regime, which puts an end to any territorial claims

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It is home to several penguin species, including the well-known Emperor Penguin

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Antarctica, the world's largest desert, is the location of several year-round scientific research bases

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There are many different kinds of whales in the waters around Antarctica

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Apart from being the driest and coldest, Antarctica is also the windiest continent on Earth

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There are only temporary scientists and support staff that live in Antarctica; there are no permanent residents

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