Antarctica is pristine because nothing lives there, naturally. It's too cold and there is no food chain.
Antarctica is an extremely beautiful, pristine and exotic landscape.
The land in Antarctica has remained unchanged for many thousands of years.
Without mining in Antarctica, there would be a reduced risk of environmental damage, such as pollution and habitat destruction, to this fragile and pristine ecosystem. It would help preserve the unique wildlife and landscapes found in the region, as well as prevent any potential conflicts over resource extraction in the area.
All land and ice south of 60 degrees S is governed by the Antarctic Treaty and dedicated to the scientific study of the health of planet earth. It will remain pristine.
yes it is Yes, Anatrctica is protected, there is a treaty forbidding countries to 'damage' the pristine environment.
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In order to keep Antarctica pristine, responsible tour guides provide the list below to their clients.
There are no advantages to mining in Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty System prohibits mining in the region to preserve its unique and fragile environment. Mining activities could have severe negative impacts on the pristine ecosystem and wildlife in Antarctica.
I quote,'Antarctica has become a unique place in the modern world, the only continent that remains relatively untouched by human interference and therefore arguably the only pristine wilderness left on Earth.'
Antarctica is a fragile environment because it is pristine and mostly free from the effects of humans, unlike most of planet Earth. The pristine and fragile environment are required for the study of the health of planet Earth, which is the primary use of the continent.
Food, yes, water, no you can melt snow/ice for that. However you will also need to be prepared to collect and bring back all your human waste. You can not leave this on Antarctica - the law requires that the environment remains pristine.
For a presentation on Antarctica, consider asking questions such as: What are the key features of Antarctica's unique ecosystem and how do they adapt to extreme conditions? How does climate change impact the ice sheets and global sea levels? What role does Antarctica play in global climate patterns and weather systems? Additionally, what are the implications of human activities, such as tourism and research, on the pristine environment of the continent?