I WONDER - What Is A Polar Night?

The video discusses the extreme variations in daylight experienced in polar regions due to their geographical position. During summer, the phenomenon known as the midnight sun results in 24 hours of daylight, fostering a burst of plant and animal life. Conversely, winter brings the polar night, a period of continuous darkness, leading to extreme cold and unique survival strategies among wildlife.

What causes the extreme variations in daylight throughout the year?

• The moon's gravitational pull

• The planet's position

• The Earth's rotation speed

• The Earth's distance from the sun

What is the term used to describe 24 hours of daylight during summer months?

• Solar eclipse

• Polar night

• Midnight sun

• Equinox

How does the extended daylight affect plant and animal life?

• It leads to a decrease in biodiversity

• It causes them to migrate

• It results in an explosion of life

• It has no significant effect

What is the main challenge during the polar night?

• Continuous daylight

• Increased solar radiation

• Excessive rainfall

• Extreme cold and limited food

What unique strategies do wildlife in polar regions use to survive the winter?

• Hibernation and migration

• Building nests

• Changing fur color

• Storing food underground