Antarctic Safety and Survival Quiz
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During the summer months in McMurdo Station, how many hours of daylight are there on average?

  • 6 hours
  • 12 hours
  • 1 hour
  • Almost 24 hours (correct)

    • What is hypothermia defined as?

  • Body temperature dropping to 35°C or lower (correct)
  • Body temperature dropping to 40°C or lower
  • Body temperature rising to 35°C or higher
  • Body temperature remaining constant at 37°C

    • What is the average temperature in McMurdo Station during the summer months?

  • 0°C
  • 5°C
  • -3°C (correct)
  • 10°C

    • Study Notes

    McMurdo Station

    • Average daylight hours during summer months: 24 hours
    • Defining characteristic of hypothermia: abnormally low body temperature
    • Average temperature in McMurdo Station during summer months: around 23°F (-5°C)

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    Test your knowledge of Antarctic safety and survival with this informative quiz. Learn about the essential training required for expeditions to Antarctica and improve your understanding of hypothermia and other potential risks in this extreme environment.

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