Antarctica Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is Antarctica primarily classified as?
A global common.
True or False: Antarctica is governed by a single country.
False.
What international agreement governs the activities in Antarctica?
The Antarctic Treaty.
Fill in the blank: The Antarctic Treaty was signed in _____ year.
1961.
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Antarctic Treaty? A) Military use B) Scientific research C) Environmental protection
A) Military use.
What percentage of the world’s fresh water is stored in Antarctica?
About 70%.
True or False: Antarctica is the driest continent on Earth.
True.
What is the main environmental concern related to Antarctica?
Climate change and its impact on ice melt.
Name one major research station located in Antarctica.
McMurdo Station.
What is the primary focus of scientific research in Antarctica?
Climate change and glaciology.
Fill in the blank: The Antarctic ecosystem is characterized by its _____ biodiversity.
Unique.
What type of governance is established by the Antarctic Treaty?
Multilateral governance.
True or False: Commercial mining is allowed in Antarctica.
False.
What is the primary source of international law governing Antarctica’s use?
The Antarctic Treaty System.
Which animal is most commonly associated with Antarctic wildlife?
Penguins.
What is the key challenge for human activities in Antarctica?
Extreme weather conditions.
What role do ice cores play in climate research in Antarctica?
They provide historical climate data.
True or False: The Antarctic Peninsula is experiencing significant warming.
True.
What is the primary method of transportation for researchers in Antarctica?
Air and sea transport.
What is the significance of the Antarctic Convergence?
It is a zone where cold polar waters meet warmer waters, affecting marine life.
Fill in the blank: The Antarctic ecosystem is sensitive to _____ changes.
Environmental.
What is one impact of melting ice sheets in Antarctica?
Rising sea levels.
Which treaty specifically addresses environmental protection in Antarctica?
The Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty.
What is the primary focus of the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR)?
To coordinate scientific research in Antarctica.
