An Antarctic research station in winter is like no other workplace on Earth. Inside, conditions are fine-but outside? It's cold. It's dark. And you can't go home until the season ends!
People who want to do research in Antarctica take a psychological test to see if they are up to the challenge. A real test might have hundreds of questions.
Take this quiz to find out if YOU are cut out for Antarctica!
Rate your answer to each question. When you're done, click the button to find out your score.
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At some research stations, winter temperatures can reach -112°C (-80°F). How well do you handle being cold? |  Not well |
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 Fairly well |
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 Very well |
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Antarctica experiences three to six months of complete darkness in winter. Would the lack of sunlight affect you? | I'd go a little crazy |
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Maybe I'll use a natural light lamp |
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I think it'd be interesting |
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Winds of up to 300 kilometers per hour (185 mph) have been recorded in Antarctica, and the sound is intense. Would this bother you? | I'd find it annoying |
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I can tune it out |
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That doesn't bother me |
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Rooms are comfortable but space is tight. Could you live-and work-with just a few people for months at a time? | I need my privacy |
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I hope I'll find some alone time |
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I can get along with anybody |
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Crews working outside have to wear up to seven layers of clothing. Do you have the patience for all those zippers? | I have little patience |
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I am fairly patient |
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I'm very patient |
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Research stations have energy and water conservation programs. Could you get by with only two, two-minute showers a week? | I couldn't wait that long |
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Maybe I'd get used to it |
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I like roughing it |
