Objectives Use the Internet to locate information on Antarctica. Organize data in a timeline. Use information to write an article on the ecology of Antarctica. Create a visual essay of your virtual expedition. Introduction Antarctica, the coldest, darkest continent on the planet, is buried under a thick icecap.
Harsh winds blow across the land and the temperatures are below freezing, even in summer.
Only hardy explorers and scientists have braved the challenges of this climate. In this activity, you will travel with one expedition to Antarctica, gather data, and produce a visual essay on your journey. Procedure Go to the Virtual Antarctica Web site. Take a virtual expedition to Antarctica through hypertext links. Research the history of expeditions to Antarctica, including the major explorers and milestones.