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A treaty has been introduced to protect Antarctica. many countries have signed up and it is now against the law to break this treaty.
Rules of treaty:
The following measures have been taken :
1) Restrictions on flights flying overhead : A single long-haul return flight, say from the UK to Australia, South America or the Far East can release about as much CO2 as driving 15,000 miles in a fairly standard 1.6L car .
2) Ban on vehicles ( SUV'S ) : Especially to ones that don't comply with required emission norms.
3) Creating general public awareness of global warming and it's consequences
4) Ban in the use of hydrfluorocarbond CFC/ HFC / HCFC in gadgets, especially refrigerators.
(introduced 14 January 1998 entry into force of the Antarctic Environmental (Madrid) Protocol, then became international law following formal ratification by Japan, the last of the 26 Antarctic Treaty Member nations to do so.
There is also eco-tourism, a way of responsible traveling and tourism in and around a natural area that conserves that area and the well being of the people there.
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Suggest how Antarctica could be protected?
by people helping the animals to survive.
What are the places protecting Antarctica?
There are no places protecting Antarctica, Antarctica is protected but an international treaty.
When did mining in antarctica start?
There IS no mining in Antarctica- it is protected by international treaty.
Where do Antarctica animals live?
in Antarctica
What animals are used for transport in Antarctica?
No animals are used for transport in Antarctica.
What is a world park antarctica?
If Antarctica were a world park, It would be protected from HUMAN INTERFERENCE.
What would be a reason for all the Antarctica animals existing?
There are no native animals in Antarctica.
Why do animals in Antarctica sleep trough the coldest mouths?
No animals live in Antarctica.
Why does Antarctica have animals?
Antarctica contains a variety of animals which are adapted to that particular environment.
What are the names of animals living in antarctica?
No animals 'live' in Antarctica. Some sea animals, including sea birds, come to Antarctica's beaches to breed.
Is the current management of antarctica adequate to protect this unique environment?
the short answer is no.Antarctica is not being adequately protected, although there is an agreement between the countries of the world called the Antarctic Treaty, Animals which live is Antarctica are still being hunted and killed, animals such as, Seals, whales, fish and krill. Antarctica is also suffering from global warming and ozone depletion from human impacts. Tourism also is a huge problem in Antarctica, Animals can be killed or disturbed by people. Finally foreign animals a rubbish introduced disrupts this environment.
How are animals used for transport in Antarctica?
No animals are used for transport in Antarctica.
