Greenland

Greenland is the world's largest island, located between the Arctic and Atlantic oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Greenland is known for its stunning landscapes, including glaciers, fjords, and icebergs.

Geography

Greenland is mostly covered in ice, with the Greenland Ice Sheet covering about 80% of the island's surface. This ice sheet is the second largest in the world, after the Antarctic Ice Sheet. The island also features a rugged coastline with numerous fjords and a few small, scattered settlements along the coast.

Climate

Greenland has a polar climate, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers. The interior of the island experiences extremely low temperatures, while the coastal areas have milder conditions due to the moderating influence of the ocean. The climate is greatly impacted by the presence of the ice sheet and the surrounding ocean currents.

Flora and Fauna

Despite the harsh climate, Greenland is home to a variety of plant and animal species. The flora mainly consists of mosses, lichens, and small shrubs, while the fauna includes species such as polar bears, muskoxen, Arctic foxes, and various seabirds. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, including whales, seals, and various fish species.

Study Guide

What is the capital of Greenland?
Describe the geography of Greenland.
What is the climate like in Greenland?
What is the predominant land cover in Greenland?
What are some of the notable animal species found in Greenland?

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Rocks I

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

Earth’s Systems

Construct an explanation from evidence for the processes that generate the transformation of rocks in Earth’s crust, including chemical composition of minerals and characteristics of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Earth and Human Activity

Engage in argument from evidence to defend how coastal, marine, and freshwater sources (e.g., estuaries, marshes, tidal pools, wetlands, beaches, inlets, rivers, lakes, oceans, coral reefs) support biodiversity, economic stability, and human recreation.