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Antarctic Prone To 'Ice Quakes' Every Night, Study Finds
Scientists set up two stations to capture this strange seismic activity.
Midnight Sun
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Midnight Sun, a name given the sun when it can be seen at midnight during the Arctic or Antarctic summer.
Can we plug the hole in the ozone layer?
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Plugging the hole in the ozone layer is explained in this article. Learn about plugging the hole in the ozone layer.
Uncovering Lake Vostok, Hidden Under 2 Miles of Antarctic Ice
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Deep underneath Antarctica, there lies a hidden lake. Roughly the size of North America's Lake Ontario, the buried landmark has inspired curiosity and controversy for decades.
Who's in Charge of Investigating Deaths in Antarctica?
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Jurisdiction over criminal matters in Antarctica could be a complicated thing. HowStuffWorks explains why.
Skeletons and Mummies Litter the Shores of Antarctica
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What weird and eerie treasures await on Antarctic beaches? Learn about preserved animal remains in Antarctica in this HowStuffWorks article.
The Coldest Place on Earth Hasn't Been Experienced by Humans
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Iceland? The North Pole? Antarctica? There are a lot of super cold places on this planet, but which one can claim bragging rights as the coldest place on Earth?
Why Is the Thwaites Glacier Called the 'Doomsday Glacier'?
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Scientists are concerned that the Thwaites Glacier is melting at a rapid pace, though some don't love the name "Doomsday Glacier." What does the rapid melt of this huge glacier mean for the future of our planet?
Leopard Seals Are Apex Predators of the Antarctic
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Leopard seals are the second largest species of seal in the Antarctic after the southern elephant seal. They're fast, powerful and eat basically anything that moves.
Where Are the Northern Lights and Southern Lights?
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Auroras themselves aren't rare, but spotting one can be tricky: You need a clear, dark sky within one of the auroral zones. What are 10 spots that up the odds a bit?