Devon Island

Scientists looking for ways to support human life on Mars are studying one of the most remote locations on Earth- Devon Island in Nunavut, Canada.

Key Facts

  • Location & Geographic Setting: Devon Island is located in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago in Nunavut, Canada, between Baffin Island and Ellesmere Island. It is the largest uninhabited island in the world, covering about 55,000 sq km.
  • Physical Landscape: The island features a harsh polar desert environment with glaciers, rocky plateaus, and minimal vegetation. One of its most notable landforms is the ....
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