Svalbard Flashcards
1
Q
where is Svalbard
A
the Arctic
2
Q
is Svalbard the most northern town on earth
A
yes
3
Q
what percentage of Svalbard is covered in ice
A
60% is covered in ice
4
Q
what does the sun do half of the year
A
it sets
5
Q
what is the population in Svalbard
A
2700
6
Q
what must be kept above ground in Svalbard
A
Sewage
7
Q
what global store is in Svalbard
A
the global seed vault
8
Q
why do people move to Svalbard
A
it is VISA free
9
Q
what is there a ban of in Svalbard
A
fishing or a quota
10
Q
are there restricted areas in Svalbard
A
yes
11
Q
what council wants Svalbard to be sustainable
A
Arctic Council
12
Q
why is Svalbard good for mineral extraction
A
there are lots of natural energy resources
