Climate Unit Test

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Question
In 1–2 sentences, explain what biome comprises most of Antarctica and why the continent is described as being part of this biome.(2 points)

Antarctica is mostly comprised of the polar ice biome, which is characterized by extremely cold temperatures and permanent ice cover. Antarctica is classified as a part of this biome because it is largely covered by ice sheets and glaciers, with very little vegetation present due to the harsh climate.