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How much of Antarctica is under the ice sheet?
About 98% of the continent is covered by ice.
How much of antarctica is unclaimed?
Just under 15% of Antarctica is unclaimed. See the related link for who is claiming what. Just click on it to make it larger.
Why is it bad for oil companies to be in Antarctica?
No oil company work is allowed in Antarctica, based on The Antarctic Treaty.
Why are oil companies interested in antarctica?
There is no benefit. Drilling for oil is practically impossible and would not be profitable, since it's too cold for this kind of enterprise. In addition, this work is not allowed under the Antarctic Treaty.
How many oil tankers pass through Antarctica?
Oil tankers do not sail near Antarctica: it's not on the way to or from anywhere where oil is transported.
What different types of terrain are in antarctica?
Antarctica's terrain under its ice sheet -- covering 98% of the continent -- is much like the terrain on every continent.
What has been the positive effects in mining and oil exploration in Antarctica?
There is no mining or oil exploration in Antarctica: it's too cold.
Is antarctica home to the biggest oil supply?
The answer to your question is unknown, since speculation for oil in Antarctica is prohibited by the Antarctic Treaty.
What is the current oil state in Antarctica?
There is no 'oil state' currently in Antarctica, nor will one be developed according to the Antarctic Treaty.
Is there water under nearly all of Antarctica?
No, Antarctica is a continent.
What continent does antarctica come under?
Antarctica is its own continent.
How are fishermen under threat in Antarctica?
There are no commercial fishermen in Antarctica.
