Mount Burrill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Burrill |
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 Mount Burrill
Location in Antarctica
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| Elevation | 2,310 m (7,580 ft) |
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| Location | Borchgrevink Coast, Victoria Land, Antarctica |
| Parent range | Hand Glacier, Victory Mountains |
Mount Burrill is a very tall mountain located in the icy land of Antarctica. It stands 2,310 meters (about 7,579 feet) high. This impressive peak is found in Victoria Land, a large part of Antarctica.
Where is Mount Burrill Located?
Mount Burrill is situated in the Victory Mountains. It sits on the eastern edge of a high area called the Malta Plateau. You can find it about 7 kilometers (4 miles) south of another mountain, Mount Hussey. It's also at the very top of the Hand Glacier.
Who Was Mount Burrill Named After?
This mountain was named by the New Zealand Antarctic Place-Names Committee. They chose to honor Dr. Meredith F. Burrill. He was an important person who worked for the United States Board on Geographic Names from 1943 to 1973.
Dr. Burrill was the Executive Secretary of this board. He played a big role in creating rules for naming places in Antarctica. His work helped make sure that names across the continent were used in a similar way by different countries. This made it easier for everyone to understand and map Antarctica.
