Why is Antarctica considered a desert?

A. Because it is surrounded by the Southern Ocean
B. Because of its large size
C. Because it receives very little precipitation
D. Because we don't know much about it


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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