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Antarctica is realatively untouched by human activity. Bringing tourism to Antarctica would in time cause damage to Antarctica. To support tourism (besides cruise ships) facilities would have to be constructed thereby damaging the environment. Humans cause pollution which would damage the environment and kill wildlife.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agothey cause pollution and its a different environment, but they treat it the same as what they treat their environment
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Tourists can cause problems in Antarctica if they don't follow the rule: "Pack it in -- pack it out," which is an unspoken, standard, mountaineering rule.
Tour operators who take tourists to Antarctica are well advised to help tourists prevent pollution by following this guideline.
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∙ 11y agoThey bring new bacteria, they kill the phytoplankton, and mess up the ecosystem
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What are the disadvantages of Antarctica tourism of antarctica?
It could destroy an almost untouched land and there are no hotels or resorts
How does tourism industry protect Mother Nature?
It exposes environmental problems to the general public. Of course, this increased attention could bring in more people, which could, in turn, exacerbate the problems.
How could tourism be sustainably managed in Antarctica?
All tourism in Antarctica takes place on the vessels that sail into Antarctic waters. There are no tourist facilities on the continent. Tourism is managed by the tour operators in sustainable ways, because they follow rather strict guidelines for dumping waste at sea, accessing the continent, enforcing zero littering protocols and so forth. Because all that is taken from Antarctica are visible views, there is really nothing in these phenomenon to sustain that doesn't already exist.
Where can someone find information on some supplies to bring when planning to travel to Antarctica?
An individual could find information on what supplies to bring on a travel trip to Antarctica by requesting a visitors travel guide. These guides have information about hotels, attractions, and sights.
If you could bring a pet to Antarctica what animal can survive the freezing weather?
No pets are allowed in Antarctica, because there is no way to feed them or care for them. In fact, no animal lives in Antarctica because it's too cold and there is no food chain there for land animals.
What problems does the industrial triangle bring to italy?
the industrial triangle cvan bring a lot of problems to the area of Italy as it could end up being to crowded as that is where all of the industry is in Italy.
Who should be allowed to visit antarctica and why?
People who like the cold. Beside people who like the cold, This question could be hinting at the growth of tourism in that area, and the damage it could/is doing. The crux of the matter being do we keep Antarctica as pristine as possible, and just allow scientists to visit, or do we allow tourists to tramp over it. A double-edged sword no matter which why you look at it.
What side is Antarctica on?
You could say that Antarctica is on the southern side -- of earth, that is.
Could you row a boat in Antarctica?
You could row in the seas around Antarctica, but you'd probably freeze to death.
How do you save antarctica?
We could try and help Antarctica by not poluting in the Atlantic Seas.
What could be lost in antarctica?
Anything and everything could be lost in Antarctica, as it is possible to lose anything and everything anywhere on earth.
What problems might occur in Antarctica if minerals were mined and fishing was allowed on a bigger scale?
the good minerals underneath the ice will be taken out and it could affect Antartica. The over fishing could be a major disruption in food
