Antarctica: up for grabs
Journal Article
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· Science (Washington, D.C., 1979-); (United States)
OSTI ID:6660502
Antarctica is viewed as a special area, requiring meticulous diplomacy to develop international agreements for exploiting its resources. Little exploration has been accomplished, but oil, gas, and marine krill resources are protected by a 14-nation treaty dating from 1961. The treaty fixed national claims on specific territories and launched scientific activities that reflect national interests. Studies of meteorology, climatology, oceanography, upper-atmospheric physics, and territorial biology have revealed Antarctica's resource potential for krill, minerals, and even ice. 4 figures. (DCK)
- OSTI ID:
- 6660502
- Journal Information:
- Science (Washington, D.C., 1979-); (United States), Vol. 3:9
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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