Why is Antarctica called a desert?
Correct answer: C. Because it receives very little precipitation, despite being covered in ice
- A. Because it is hot and dry
- B. Because it has sand dunes
- C. Because it receives very little precipitation, despite being covered in ice
- D. Because it has no water
Explanation
Deserts are defined by low precipitation; interior Antarctica gets very little snowfall.
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