South Pole Growth Chamber

South Pole Growth Chamber

Despite regular temperatures below negative 100 degrees Fahrenheit and six months of total darkness, plant life still finds a way to thrive at the South Pole, thanks to this growth chamber. This hydroponic greenhouse was started in hopes that it could help astronauts learn about growing food on the moon or Mars. Now maintained by scientists and support staff volunteering in their free time, the Growth Chamber can provide South Pole residents wit…