How does the climate in Antarctica affect the environment?

Answer 1

Antarctica has already been experiencing warming, though not as much as in some other parts of the world. It is generally losing ice, though mostly on the coast whereas there may be slight gains in East Antarctica. Sea ice has been slowly increasing in coverage, though this is largely due to variations in the Southern Annular Mode. Several species of penguins have also been found to be having a difficult time adapting to the changes that are occurring. Continued warming will cause further changes in their ecosystems as it continues to get warmer and more ice melts.

Answer 2

It will affect the penguins and they will die!!!!

Very possibly. Apart from that, if Antarctica warms up just a little more, most of the ice will melt, the sea level will rise by at least 20 feet, and most of our coastal cities will be under water.

Answer 3

The ozone layer controls the heat that the earth receives. when there are holes in it, due to pollution for example, too much heat is being received. Therefore, because there are holes above the antarctic, it is melting the ice caps, and raising the ocean levels. Also known as GLOBAL WARMING.

Answer 4

Antarctica is not under threat from mining; the Antarctic treaty specifically forbids mining.

Tourism isn't generally a threat to Antarctica, since tour operators have agreed to basic actions that go a long way in preventing damage by tourists. These include, 'carry it in: carry it out', and limiting the areas where tourism is conducted.

Climate change melts ice, as can be seen in the northern hemisphere. Over time, even though it's 30 degrees F colder in Antarctica because of there being land there than it is in the north, the Antarctic ice will melt.

Answer 5

The extreme cold temperatures and strong winds in Antarctica create a harsh environment with limited vegetation and wildlife. The climate also contributes to the formation of large ice sheets and glaciers, which impact the landscape and shape the continent's unique ecosystem. Additionally, climate change is causing shifts in temperature and ice melt, affecting both local wildlife and global sea levels.

Answer 6

oil spills from tourist boats in and around the continent

Answer 7

The climate in Antarctica has a massive impact on people. This climate causes people to have to build shelters meant to hold up against snow and cold for example.

Answer 8

it throws cheese balls at the moon