Antarctica: Geopolitics, Resources, and Environmental Concerns

Why were Argentina and Chile interested in having babies born in Antarctica?

• To promote scientific research

• To improve international relations

• To increase tourism

• To establish a native population

What is the largest resource stored in Antarctica?

• Gold

• Freshwater

• Natural gas

• Oil

What does the Antarctic Treaty primarily focus on?

• Tourism development

• Peace and scientific research

• Resource extraction

• Military expansion

Which countries have submitted documents to the UN claiming ocean territories off Antarctica?

• Chile, Australia, and the United Kingdom

• Norway and Russia

• Argentina and Chile

• United States and Canada

What is a major concern regarding krill in Antarctica?

• They are not important to the ecosystem

• They are not affected by climate change

• They are overpopulated

• They are a keystone species

What is a major threat to the stability of the Antarctic Treaty?

• Geopolitical tensions

• Excessive tourism

• Increased scientific cooperation

• Lack of natural resources

What is a potential consequence of increased tourism in Antarctica?

• Improved international relations

• Increased scientific discoveries

• Damage to wildlife and ecosystems

• More military presence

What significant environmental discovery was made by scientists in Antarctica?

• The largest oil reserves

• The oldest ice

• The tallest mountain

• The hole in the ozone layer

What is a suggested personal action to help protect Antarctica?

• Visit Antarctica more often

• Stop buying products with krill

• Support military activities

• Invest in Antarctic tourism

What could happen if the Antarctic ice were to melt completely?

• The climate would stabilize

• The continent would become a desert

• Sea levels would rise by 58 meters

• New species would emerge