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Antarctica is a continent dedicated to science. Tourists can experience this extreme environment with tour guides who lead photographic expeditions, and those who are able walk on the continent, at times close to breeding sea birds.
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Who runs the Antarctic treaty?
Individual governments govern their citizen's activities in the Antarctic. For example, if an American citizen working or visiting in the Antarctic, violates a law written in the treaty, that person will fall into the custody of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Why does The Antarctic Treaty prohibit military activities and mineral mining on Antarctica?
The Antarctic Treaty preserves the continent of Antarctica and the earth south of 60 degrees South Latitude, for science.Since military activities would not add to scientific study, nor would mineral mining, both are prohibited there.
What activities are there on a Antarctic cruise ship?
Generally, tour operators seek out knowledgeable scientists, explorers, writers and other Antarctic-knowledge-competent people to hold presentations and dialogs with tourists aboard these ships.
Is there coal in the Antarctic?
Yes, there are coal deposits in Antarctica, particularly in the Transantarctic Mountains. However, mining activities are prohibited under the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty due to environmental concerns.
What do the Antarctic boundaries mean?
The Antarctic boundaries define the territorial claims and exclusive economic zones of countries surrounding the continent. They also help regulate activities such as fishing, tourism, and scientific research in the region. The Antarctic Treaty System governs Antarctic boundaries and promotes peaceful cooperation and environmental protection.
How many countries are in the Antarctic?
There are no countries in Antarctica. Antarctica is governed by the Antarctic Treaty System, which is a collective agreement signed by 54 countries to regulate activities and preserve the continent for scientific research and environmental conservation.
Which of these statements describes a limitation of the Antarctic Treaty System?
It does nothing to protect the atmosphere over Antarctica.
List 5 antarctic fish?
pouched lamprey,toothfish, murray cod, icefish,plunderfish
What treaty does antarctica have at the moment?
Antarctica is NOT a sovereign nation - has no population - and therefore has NO treaties with anyone.HOWEVER there are a number of international treaties governing the use and activities conducted there.Another AnswerAll of planet earth south of 60 degrees South Latitude is governed by The Antarctic Treaty. You can read more about it, below.
Is the Antarctic Desert in Africa?
No its in the Antarctic
What are the possitives and negatives of fishing in antarctica?
Since there is no commercial fishing allowed in Antarctica, there are neither positives or negatives in response to your query. The Antarctic Treaty prohibits commercial activities everywhere on earth south of 60 degrees South Latitude, which includes the Southern Ocean that surrounds the Antarctic continent.
What activities would you get on an Antarctic tour?
Depending on the tour, you may be able to visit a working research station, a penguin colony or two, and cruise through majestic scenery.
