Which continent contains both the largest desert and the highest elevation?

Antarctica is the continent that contains both the largest desert and the highest elevation. The definition of a desert is not limited to hot sandy areas; it can also refer to regions that receive very little precipitation, which applies to Antarctica, as it is classified as a cold desert due to its extremely low humidity and precipitation levels. This makes it the largest desert in the world by area.

Additionally, Antarctica hosts Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, which stands at approximately 4,892 meters (16,050 feet) above sea level. The unique geographical features of Antarctica, including its extensive ice cover and high elevation, contribute to its classification as both the largest desert and the site of the highest elevation among all continents.

In contrast, while Africa is home to the Sahara, the world's largest hot desert, and Asia has Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak, neither of these surpasses Antarctica in both categories. North America does have notable elevations and deserts, such as the Mojave Desert and various mountain ranges, but they do not exceed the height of peaks in Antarctica or the desert classification.