What are the consequences if you don't protect Antarctica?

Answer 1

The possible consequences if we don't protect Antarctica are that

• the ice cap will continue to melt from global warming, raising global sea levels
• toxic pollution in the oceans will continue to affect the food chain, affecting penguins and other creatures
• Waste and garbage will be left behind by scientists and tourists, destroying the pristine beauty of the continent.

Another Answer

Protecting Antarctica means becoming pro-active so as to reduce global warming -- world-wide. Also please note that people who visit -- tourists, and workers in Antarctica -- scientists and those in support of science, are not allowed to leave waste and garbage behind, per the Antarctic Treaty. All waste and garbage is either packed onto ships and returned to the country of origin or where possible, consumed in local incinerators.