Antarctic Treaty Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What was the Antarctic Treaty?
A
The Antarctic Treaty were international agreements and conservation groups protecting Antarctica
2
Q
How many countries were involved in the Antarctic Treaty?
A
52
3
Q
Why was there an Antarctic Treaty?
A
To preserve the fragile Antarctic environment and protect it for peaceful scientific research.
4
Q
What were the agreements of the Antarctic Treaty?
A
-No territorial claims
-Ban nuclear tests
-Ban mining until 2048
-Protect all plant and animal life
5
Q
What were the International Association Antarctic Tour Operators rules from the Antarctic Treaty?
A
-Only 100 people on Antarctica at one time
-Don’t feed animals
-Don’t interfere with scientific research
