PM SHRI KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NO.

6, POKHARIPUT BHUBANESWAR

ART INTEGRATED PROJECT

VIRTUAL TOUR OF LIFE IN
ANTARCTICA
Name- Sarthak Nayak
Class-XII Science
Roll No.- 37
Session- 2024-25
Guided By- MR.H.C.MURMU
 CONTENT
• Principal’s Certificate
• Bonafide Certificate
• Declaration
• Acknowledgement
• Virtual Tour of life in Antarctica
• About the Author
• Introduction
• Summary
• Theme
• Message
• Antarctica
• Evolution and History
• Ecosystem
• Impacts of Humans
• Students on Ice Programme
• Conclusion
• Bibliography
 PRINCIPAL’S CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that SARTHAK NAYAK, a student
of class 12th of Kendriya Vidyalaya No.6
Pokhariput, Bhubaneswar has studied and
worked under my supervision to prepare this
ENGLISH project on “VIRTUAL TOUR OF LIFE IN
ANTARCTICA" in partial fulfillment of the
curriculum, 2024-25 under CBSE New delhi.
The piece of work is original to the best of my
knowledge and belief which is being carried by
him under guidance of Mr.H.C.Murmu of
Kendriya Vidyalaya No.6
Pokhariput,Bhubanewsar.

PRINCIPAL
Kendriya Vidyalaya No.6
Pokhariput , Bhubaneswar
 BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that this “ART INTEGRATED
PROJECT" on the topic “VIRTUAL TOUR OF LIFE IN
ANTARCTICA " has been completed by SARTHAK
NAYAK of class XII, in the session 2024-25 under
the guidance of
Mr.H.C.Murmu, PGT ENGLISH in partial
fulfillment of the curriculum of CBSE leading to
the award of the annual examination of the the
year 2024-25.The work is original to the best of
my knowledge and belief.

PRINCIPAL’S SIGNATURE:

TEACHER’S SIGNATURE: EXAMINER’S SIGNATURE:

 DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the project work entitled
“VIRTUAL TOUR OF LIFE IN ANTARCTICA "
submitted to KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA NO. 6 is a
record of original work done by me which is duly
acknowledged, under the guidance of my subject
teacher MR.H.C.Murmu,PGT ENGLISH.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have made efforts in this project. However, it
would not have been possible without the kind
support and help of many individuals.I would like
to thank my principal Shri Ananta Narayan
Meher and the school for providing me with
facilities required to do my project.I am highly
indebted to my ENGLISH teacher
Mr. H.C.Murmu for his invaluable guidance which
has sustained my efforts in all the stages of this
project work. I would also like to thanks my
parents for their continuous support and
encouragement..My thanks and appreciation
also go to my fellow classmates and to the
people who have willingly helped me out with
their abilities.
VIRTUAL TOUR OF LIFE IN ANTARCTICA
Welcome to the southernmost point on Earth!
Experience the pristine beauty and challenging
conditions of Antarctica, where icy winds, towering
glaciers, and unique wildlife create a world like no
other.
In this immersive tour:
Breathtaking Landscapes: Explore vast ice sheets,
crystalline icebergs, and the majestic Antarctic Ocean.
Wildlife Encounters: Meet the charismatic emperor
penguins, seals, and albatrosses thriving in this
extreme environment.
Human Life and Research: Witness the daily lives of
scientists at remote research stations and learn how
they adapt to extreme weather conditions.
Climate Change Impact: Understand how this fragile
ecosystem is affected by global warming and the role
Antarctica plays in Earth's climate system.
 JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE
EARTH

About The Author

Tishani Doshi is an Indian poet, journalist and dancer
based in Chennai. She received Eric Gregory Award in
2001. She graduated with a Masters degree in
creative writing from the Johns Hopkins University.
Her first collection Countries of the Body won the
2006 Forward Poetry Prize for best collection. She has
been invited to the poetry galas of the Guardian Hay
Festival 2006 and the Cartagena Hay Festival 2007.
Her first novel The Pleasure Seekers has been
published by Bloomsbury. She is also preparing a
biography of cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan.She
works as a freelance writer. She worked with
choreographer Chandralekha until the latter's death
in December 2006.
 INTRODUCTION
In this article, 'Journey to the End of the Earth',
Tishani Doshi, who was a part of a 'Student On Ice'
programme, describes her experience of a visit to
Antarctica. The author says that Antarctica is the best
place to study earth's past, present and future. When
a person sees with his own eyes glaciers retreating
and ice shelves collapsing, he can easily guess that
the threat of global warming is very real. Antarctica,
with simple ecosystem and lack of biodiversity, is the
best place to study the grim consequences of
environmental changes, and to realise that we have
little time to react. Thus, it gives an insight into how
Antarctica is the place you should visit to have a
glimpse of the past, present and future in its realist
form.
 SUMMARY
Tishani Doshi travelled to the Southern end of the
Earth along with an expedition group n that provides
an opportunity to the young minds to sensitise
towards the realistic version of climatic changes
happening in the world. According to the founder of
the organisation, we are the young versions of future
policymakers who can turn the situation around.
Antarctica is one of the coldest, driest and windiest
continents in the world. As far as the eyes can see, it
is completely white and its blue horizon gives
immense relief. It is shocking to believe that India and
Antarctica were part of the same supercontinent
Gondwana, that got segregated into countries giving
rise to the globe we know today. Despite human
civilisation around the globe, it still remains in it pure
form. Being a south Indian sun-worshipping guy, it
was unimaginable for the author to visit the place
that consti is only interrupted by snow avalanches. It
is home to a lot of evidences that can give us a
glimpse of the past and at the same time,it helps us
foresee the future. The place gives an awakening to
threatening alarm that global warming is actually
 THEME
In this article, Tishani Doshi describes her experience
of a visit to Antarctica. She expresses wonder and
amazement at what she has experienced at
Antarctica. She points out that Antarctica is the best
place to study the Earth's past, present and
future.She conveys that the threat of the global
warming is real. Therefore, she stresses the need to
save the planet Earth from total extinction. She feels
that the students still have the idealism to save the
world. She hopes that the students who are ready to
absorb, learn and act, can play an important role in
saving the planet earth.
 MESSAGE
In this lesson, Journey to the End of the Earth, this
author conveys that we can gather a lot of
information from our visit to Antarctica. She points
out that Antarctica is the best place to study the
Earth's past, present and future. She also warns that
man should not interfere with nature too much. If a
man encroaches on Nature and establishes
dominance over it, it will prove harmful to the future
of mankind. She stresses that the threat of global
warming is very real.
 ANTARTICA
• Antarctica is the highest, driest, coldest and
windiest continent on Earth.
• Antarctica covers 14.2 million square kilometres
(5.5 million square miles).
• The Antarctic ice sheet is the largest ice store on
earth.
• Its landmass covers 14 million kilometres (5.4
million square miles).
• Its mass is 30 million cubic metres (7.2 million
cubic miles).
• Its average depth is 2,160 metres (7,000 feet), with
a maximum depth of 4,776 metres (15,669 feet).
• Ice covers roughly 98% of Antarctica, which
equates to 90% of the Earth’s ice and 70% of our
fresh water.
• Antarctica holds many natural wonders, including
vast glaciers, pristine lakes, and unique geological
formations like the Transantarctic Mountains.
 EVOLUTION AND HISTORY
• Antarctica was once part of the ancient
supercontinent Gondwana, a massive landmass
that broke apart around 180 million years ago.
• The breakup of Gondwana led to Antarctica's
isolation and gradual cooling, turning it into the
frozen continent it is today.
• During the Mesozoic era, Antarctica had a much
warmer climate and was home to forests and
diverse wildlife.
• As Antarctica drifted southward, it eventually
reached its current position over the South Pole,
where it became covered by ice sheets.
• Ice Age, which has shaped its current cold and
inhospitable environment. The isolation of
Antarctica from other continents also led to the
development of unique species adapted to
extreme conditions.
• The continent's deep-sea ecosystems and
glaciology studies offer insight into how
ecosystems evolve in isolation.
 ECOSYSTEM
• Antarctic animals all make their living in the ocean,
because the land is too cold, dry, and dark for plants
and animals.
• Antarctica's coastal seas are especially important
because they shelter an abundant ecosystem,
supporting large predators such as penguins, seals and
whales.
• Each winter in Antarctica, as the sun disappears and
temperatures plunge, ice forms on the sea and extends
outward from the continent to cover large areas of
ocean.
• In spring, the sea ice melts, releasing the trapped algae
into the water. The algae—now living freely as
phytoplankton.
• The extreme cold and isolation have resulted in an
ecosystem with low biodiversity, but highly specialized
organisms.
• Life in Antarctica is concentrated around the coastlines
and in the ocean, as the interior is too harsh to support
most organisms.
 IMPACT OF HUMANS
• Human activity in Antarctica includes scientific
research, tourism, and mineral exploration.
• Antarctica is experiencing a much faster rate of
warming than the rest of the world with
temperatures rising by 2-3 times the global
average.
• The melting of glaciers and ice sheets brings
significant changes to the environment and
contributes to global sea level rise.
• Pollution from research stations, including waste
and fuel spills, impacts local wildlife and
ecosystems.
• The Antarctic ozone hole, a result of human-made
chemicals, still impacts the region, though recovery
is underway.
• The growing interest in mining and resource
extraction in Antarctica is a concern for its
environmental preservation.
• Scientific stations have spurred international
cooperation, with more than 30 countries involved
in research efforts.
 STUDENTS ON ICE PROGRAMME
• The Students on Ice program brings young people
from around the world to Antarctica to experience
its unique environment.
• The program educates students about the
importance of protecting the planet through
hands-on experience.
• The program fosters environmental stewardship
and inspires participants to become leaders in
climate action.
• Students also participate in activities like field
studies, workshops, and meetings with leading
scientists.
• The program aims to instill a sense of responsibility
for the planet and an understanding of the
challenges posed by climate change.
• Students have the opportunity to learn about the
diverse ecosystems, from marine life to icy deserts.
• Students on Ice also provides opportunities for
students to advocate for scientific research and
environmental preservation on a global scale.
 CONCLUSION
• Antarctica represents an invaluable model of
global cooperation. Antarctica is a key area for
scientific research, offering insights into global
climate change and Earth's history.
• Scientific exploration and international
cooperation continue to be crucial in preserving
Antarctica's future.
• Climate change presents a significant challenge to
Antarctica's ice sheets and ecosystem, demanding
global action.
• Protecting Antarctica is crucial not only for
scientific research but also for the wellbeing of the
entire planet.
• Antarctica's research stations foster international
collaboration, with many scientific projects
involving multiple countries.
• Continued awareness and research are necessary
to ensure that Antarctica remains preserved as a
natural reserve for peace and science.
 BIBLIOGRAPHY
• www.scribd.com
• www.wikipedia.org
• www.antarctica.gov.au
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