As winter approaches, field teams finish up their science for the season.
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NAT GEO NEWS
Why Antarctica Is So Hard on the Body—Even for Buzz Aldrin
The vast polar desert is the driest place on Earth, with punishing winds and frigid temperatures.
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Mysterious Winds Cause Rapid Melting of Antarctic Ice
Scientists suspect warm föhn winds may be responsible for calving ice shelves—and when they occur is surprising.
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24 Hours of Sun at the South Pole
Midnight sun occurs when the sun is visible for a full 24 hours. Join Antarctic scientists and the Continent 7 crew as they discuss the pros and cons of perpetual sunlight.
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