Exploring Earth's Deserts: Hot, Cold, and Dry Environments

Next Generation Science

This educational video provides a comprehensive overview of desert biomes, challenging the common misconception that deserts are always hot. It defines deserts primarily by their aridity and lack of rainfall rather than temperature, showcasing the diversity of these landscapes from the scorching sands of the Sahara to the icy plains of Antarctica. The narration explains the extreme weather patterns found in deserts, including the dramatic temperature shifts between day and night and unpredictable rainfall events.