antarctic ocean

The Southern Ocean is home to many different plants and animals. It also has many resources that make many of the things we use every day. Discover the plants and animals that live in, on, and near this special place, the scientists who explore its mysteries, and why we need to protect this resource.

Introduces the southernmost ocean, discussing its location, depth, temperature, and surrounding climate, and provides an activity for measuring the temperature of ice.

Provides information about the Southern, or Antarctic Ocean, which surrounds the continent of Antarctica, describing its characteristics, resources, and animal life, discussing the history of Southern Ocean exploration, and looking at environmental concerns. Includes a list of Internet resources for further research.

Examines the geography, plants, animals, trade, and resources of the polar seas.

Provides information about the newly delineated ocean that surrounds the continent of Antarctica.

Discusses thefeatures of the Antarctic Ocean and of the plants and animals which inhabit it.