What is one of the landmarks named after Mawson?
Mawson Peak
Mawson Valley
Mawson River
Mount Mawson
Answer
Mawson Peak, a prominent mountain in Antarctica, is named after Sir Douglas Mawson, an Australian geologist and explorer. Mawson led several expeditions to Antarctica in the early 20th century, and his contributions to the exploration and scientific understanding of the continent were significant. The naming of Mawson Peak serves as a tribute to his pioneering spirit and the legacy he left in the field of Antarctic exploration.
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