Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents
The bottom of the world -- Antarctic research stations -- Extremely cold science -- Keeping stations working -- Caring for people -- An extreme work timetable -- Time for fun.
Summary
It takes a special person to work in the extreme environment of Antarctica, but many scientists, engineers, doctors, and technicians do. Readers will learn the many kinds of job s involved in running a polar research center as well as what Antarctic workers do in their free time.