With the rising temperatures, scientists predict that in 30 years, many of the world's ice caps will be gone and contribute to a majority of the rising sea levels. Before that happens, I'd like to visit the continent which contributes to 90% of the world's ice. It's a place unlike anywhere else in the world. With an average temperature of -67 degrees fahrenheit, and a wildlife which has fascinated researchers for many years, I'd be interested in exploring the place.
Many people envision Antartica as nothing but a plain of ice, and while that is partially true, Antartica also has incredible mountain ranges. The Gamburtsev Mountains stretch over 750 miles and are approximately 9,000 ft in height. In addition, there are lakes such as Lake Vostok, which is buried under 2 miles of frozen water. In these extreme temperatures, biologists can study extremophiles, (microorganisms which can survive under extreme conditions), and examine their properties. There is an abundant amount of research which could be done on Antartica, and being a part of a research expedition would be incredible.
Lastly, Antartica is home to many animals which I found love. From penguins to seals to whales, I think seeing these creatures in their natural habitat would be exciting. While I've seen these animals in zoos, I think there's something special to witnessing animals exhibit their natural behaviors in their original habitats. I'd love to observe their behaviors and take photos of them!
My sister recently received an offer to go on an expedition to Antartica. It will be her second time going there, and she absolutely loves it. In fact, she recently resigned from her corporate job to go on this adventure. My sister's love for the continent is so obvious, and her passion for the research that could be done there is infectious. My dream would be to go there with her!
Antarctica sounds so cool! I also like penguins, and I think it would be awesome to see them somewhere other than a zoo. I didn't know Antarctica has mountains, so I'm glad I know now. It's unfortunate that the continent will be destroyed, and I hope you can visit it before it is because it sounds like an incredible opportunity for research.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading your blog post, I think it would be really cool to visit Antarctica. I always imagined it being one big iceberg, but this helped me realize that there is much more than what I originally though. It would be cool to see the mountains and lakes.
ReplyDeleteAntarctica seems so interesting. The extremes of the planet would be super interesting to explore. I have never been anywhere close to as cold as Antarctica gets on a warm day, it would be very cool to see. get it "cool". Plus i think the solitude of Antarctica would be super interesting, so far away from the lest of civilization
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