How harsh? The record high temperature for Death Valley, California, was 134 degrees Fahrenheit (56.6 Celsius) in July 1913. It's generally thought that the human body needs about one gallon of water per day in this harsh environment. This means more heat, more sweat and, you guessed it - the need for more water. One thing that makes it more difficult to lower the body's temperature in the desert is a lack of shade and shelter. The other danger is heat casualty, which we'll go over in detail later on.
Whether on foot or in your car, we'll walk you through the steps you should take to stay hydrated, prevent heat stroke and help you avoid snakes, scorpions, lizards and spiders. If you found yourself stranded in one of these unfriendly environments, would you be able to survive? Or would you depend on the kindness of the camel-riding desert dweller? In this article, we'll teach you some of the things you'll need to know in order to survive the harsh conditions of the desert. One common trait deserts share is that they're dangerous if you don't take the necessary precautions. China also boasts one of the lowest deserts, the Turpan Depression, which is nearly 500 feet (150 meters) below sea level. The desert at the highest elevation in the world is the Qaidam Depression in China, at more than 8,500 feet (2,600 meters) above sea level. By definition, the largest desert of all is Antarctica, sometimes called the White Desert. The largest hot-weather desert in the world is the Sahara in Africa. The average amount of yearly rain, daily temperatures, plant and animal life and whether or not people inhabit the area are also considerations.
There are many definitions of what makes a desert, but they all have a common element: very little water. Roughly one-third of the Earth's land is desert.
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