1. How much of the Eath is covered by the Antarctic Theaty?
Antarctica covers nearly 10% of the globe
2. Who owns the Antarctic?
There are severm countries with territoral claims to parts of the Antarctica, some overlapping but no-one owns it. These are
Agentina
Australia
Chile
France
New Zealand
Noway
United Kingdon
3. What does the treaty ensure?
To establish it as a zone free of Nuclear tests and the of radiactive waste.
To ensure that is is used for peaceful purpose only
4. During which decade did the are become a designated area of international research?
need to find out.
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5. Where and when was the treaty signed?
Washington 01.12.1959
6. How many nations back the Treaty?
47
Uk
USA
Argentina
Greece
France
Japan
Belgium
Germany
Spai
South Korea
Italy
Indai
Uraguay
Hungary
Netherland
Newzealand
Sweaden
Turkey (these are just a few)
7. What is the main topic studied in the Antarctic
Climate Change
8. Can you give examples of things regulated by the treaty?
Fishing
Tourism
9.Thy is the treaty unique.
Antarctica is important because it has effect on the Earths climate and ocean systems as other places do not. It is recognised as one of the most successful international agreements ever made.
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8. Can you give examples of things regulated by the treaty?
Fishing
Tourism
9.Thy is the treaty unique.
Antarctica is important because it has effect on the Earths climate and ocean systems as other places do not. It is recognised as one of the most successful international agreements ever made.
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