the global commons Flashcards
1
Q
what is the concept of a global common?
A
an area that does not belong to a single country .
Rather than belonging to nobody, the commons are supposed to belong to everybody
2
Q
what are the four global commons?
A
International Waters - areas of the sea that do not belong to a country.
The Atmosphere - the gases that surround the Earth, making life possible.
Outer Space - The area after our atmosphere.
Antarctica - The only continent without citizens; only scientists live there
3
Q
why are global commons beneficial to humanity?
A
they provide untouched environments for research and wildlife growth
