Multiple choice

True or false? Antarctica is actually considered a desert.

  1. True

  2. False
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Explanation

A desert is defined by its low amount of precipitation, typically receiving less than 250 millimeters (10 inches) of rain or snow per year. Because Antarctica receives very little precipitation, it is classified as a cold desert, and is actually the largest desert on Earth.

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