🌵Deserts have low rainfall and can be very hot or very cold.
🌡️Temperatures in deserts can range from over 50 degrees Celsius to below -80 degrees Celsius.
🌍Antarctica is considered a desert due to its low rainfall.
🌱Plants in deserts have adaptations to survive in dry conditions, such as long tap roots and water storage capabilities.
🐪Desert animals have adaptations to survive with low water consumption and many are nocturnal.
What is the average rainfall in deserts?
—Deserts have low rainfall, averaging less than 30 centimeters a year.
Can deserts be both hot and cold?
—Yes, deserts can have extreme temperatures, ranging from over 50 degrees Celsius to below -80 degrees Celsius.
Why is Antarctica considered a desert?
—Antarctica is considered a desert because it has low rainfall.
How do plants in deserts survive with little water?
—Plants in deserts have adaptations such as long tap roots and the ability to store water.
Do desert animals avoid the intense heat and sun?
—Yes, many desert animals are nocturnal to avoid intense heat and sun exposure.
00:06Deserts are characterized by low rainfall.
00:16Deserts can be very hot or very cold.
00:27Antarctica is considered a desert due to its low rainfall.
00:40Plants in deserts have adaptations to survive in dry conditions.
00:54Desert animals have adaptations to survive with low water consumption.
