Deserts

The video explores the characteristics and types of deserts, which cover a fifth of Earth's surface. It describes four main types: hot and dry, semi-arid, coastal, and cold. The Sahara is highlighted as the largest hot desert, while the Atacama is noted for its dryness despite its coastal location. The Sonoran desert exemplifies semi-arid deserts with its spiny plants and cooler nights. The Gobi is a cold desert with minimal rainfall and rocky terrain. Despite harsh conditions, many plants and animals have adapted to thrive in these environments.

What are the four main types of deserts?

Describe the climate and vegetation found in hot and dry deserts.

What is unique about the Atacama Desert compared to other deserts?

How do semi-arid deserts differ from hot and dry deserts?

What adaptations do plants and animals have to survive in deserts?