🎀Antartica- Extreme Environment Flashcards
Where is Antarctica?
The continent at the Earths South Pole.
How much does Antarctica cover?
14 million km squared .
How much of Antarctica is covered by ice?
98%
What attracts tourists to Antarctica?
Scenery Wildlife Ice bergs Nesting penguins Skiing Remoteness
4 positive impacts of tourism in Antarctica.
Employment
Income to companies
Experience for tourists
Research and scientific potential and development.
5 negative impacts of tourism on Antarctica?
Sea and coastal pollution Littering Tourists trampling on scenery and plants Disturbing wildlife and breeding patterns Potential oil spills from boats.
What is the Antarctic treaty ?
An international agreement signed in 1961 by 47 countries.
To protect and conserve the area and it’s plant and animal life.
Ships limited to 500 passengers
Only 100 people on shore at a time.
What is the IATTO?
International association of Antarctica tour operators . Wildlife must not be disturbed. Litter can not be left behind Tourists must stay in supervised groups. Must not walk in plant life Sewage must be treated biologically.
What is SSSI’s?
Sites of special scientific interest.
Visitors cannot visit these areas.
Contain vulnerable wildlife
What can violation of the management strategies in Antarctica lead to?
A $11,000 fine or 1 year jail sentence.
What is expected of visitor numbers in Antarctica in next 10 years?
To double
