Polar

Polar refers to the geographical poles of the Earth, the North Pole and the South Pole. It can also refer to the polar regions of the Earth, which include the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

Geographical Poles

The North Pole and the South Pole are the two points where the Earth's axis of rotation intersects its surface. The North Pole is located in the Arctic Ocean, while the South Pole is located on the continent of Antarctica.

Polar Regions

The polar regions of the Earth, also known as frigid zones, are the regions of the Earth surrounding its geographical poles. These regions are characterized by extremely cold temperatures and are covered in ice and snow for most of the year.

Arctic

The Arctic is the polar region located at the northernmost part of the Earth. It consists of the Arctic Ocean and parts of Canada, Russia, Greenland, the United States, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland.

Antarctic

The Antarctic is the polar region around the Earth's South Pole. It is opposite the Arctic region and includes the continent of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

Polar Climate

The polar climate is characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. The polar regions receive less sunlight than the rest of the Earth, which contributes to their cold temperatures.

Polar Wildlife

The polar regions are home to a variety of wildlife, including polar bears, penguins, seals, and various species of birds and fish. These animals have adapted to survive in the harsh polar conditions.

See Also

• Polar exploration
• Polar ice packs
• Polar night
• Polar day

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