1002 Area Flashcards
1
Q
What is the 1002 area?
A
The only area of the ANWR that does not have protected wilderness status
2
Q
How big is the 1002 area?
A
6070km^2
3
Q
Why is the 1002 area relevant?
A
It is believed that it has oil and gas below it
4
Q
What is the issue of mining for oil/gas in the 1002 area?
A
It is a key calving site for the caribou
5
Q
What is the chance that the 1002 area has oil/gas under it?
A
50%
6
Q
How long (if found) would the oil or gas provide the American population?
A
90 days
