Located in the northern part of Africa, the Sahara is the world’s largest hot desert; covering an area of more than 9 million square km. With a daunting climate, the Sahara is one of the harshest environments on the planet; temperature reaching above 50 °C in many places.

5 天之前 · Sahara, largest desert in the world. Filling nearly all of northern Africa, it measures approximately 3,000 miles (4,800 km) from east to west and between 800 to 1,200 miles from north to south and has a total area of some 3,320,000 square miles (8,600,000 square km).

2 天之前 · The Sahara Desert has long been a subject of scientific fascination, offering researchers unique insights into extreme environments, climate patterns, and geological processes. As we explore the scientific understanding of this vast desert, we’ll uncover surprising facts about its composition, climate, and role in global systems.

2024年9月23日 · The Sahara makes up not just one of the biggest, but also the most iconic deserts on Earth. Learn more with these 40 Sahara Desert facts.

2024年2月5日 · The largest hot desert in the world is vast and desolate, yet the Sahara is also home to a diverse array of plant, animal, and human life.

2023年6月16日 · Sahara Desert facts for kids, students & adults. Discover the world's largest & hottest desert. Location, climate, history & wildlife.

Contrary to popular belief, the Sahara Desert is not the largest on Earth – the palm belongs to the Antarctic Desert. But among the usual deserts with sand, heat and dunes, the Sahara takes exactly the first place (interesting facts about deserts).

2024年11月14日 · The Sahara Desert: A Vast Expanse. The Sahara Desert is one of the most iconic landscapes on Earth. Spanning across North Africa, it is known for its vast stretches of sand dunes, unique wildlife, and extreme climate. Let's explore some fascinating facts about this incredible desert.

2013年6月12日 · The Sahara desert now comprises eight percent of the world’s land area — one could actually place the entire continental United States within the Sahara Desert and still have a few thousand square miles of desert left over.

2024年11月7日 · Many people believe it’s the largest desert on Earth – but it isn’t. While it’s a giant among deserts, it ranks third, after two unexpected icy rivals – Antarctica and the Arctic. These frozen landscapes cover more ground, but the Sahara still stands as …