Climate – True or false

Deserts are not always hot; they are defined by receiving less than 25 cm of precipitation annually. Antarctica, receiving 5-20 cm of precipitation per year, is the largest desert in the world.

What is a common misconception about deserts?

• They are always hot.

• They are always cold.

• They have a lot of vegetation.

• They are always sandy.

How much precipitation does an area need to receive annually to be classified as a desert?

• More than 50 centimeters

• Less than 25 centimeters

• Exactly 25 centimeters

• Between 30 and 40 centimeters

Which of the following is a characteristic of a desert?

• High humidity

• Frequent rainfall

• Low annual precipitation

• Dense forests

What is the average range of precipitation in Antarctica?

• 40 to 50 centimeters

• 5 to 20 centimeters

• 20 to 30 centimeters

• 30 to 40 centimeters

Which is the largest desert in the world?

• Sahara Desert

• Arabian Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Antarctica