Antartica: threats from fishing. whaling and mineral exploitation Flashcards
1
Q
What % of the worlds fresh water is stored in Antarctica?
A
70
2
Q
What type of minerals can be found at Antarctica?
A
coal, oil, gold, silver
3
Q
Why was blue whales exploited in the 19th century?
A
for oil
4
Q
Since 1985 _______ has replaced whaling as the primary economic focus in Antarctica?
A
fishing
5
Q
What is the main hold back of mineral exploitation at Antarctica?
A
the inaccessibility, extreme climate, moving ice sheets and glaciers
6
Q
How many scientists are currently in Antarctica?
A
4,000
