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प्रश्न
Discuss the importance of the many research stations in Antarctica for the global community.
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उत्तर
At present scientists, researchers, and their support staff from 30 different countries live on about 70 scientific bases with a population of around 4000 in summer and around 1000 in winter. The main purpose of people living in Antarctica is to undertake scientific research in atmospheric studies, glaciology, medicine, biology, environment, human impact, etc. Other people like plumbers, electricians, mechanics, and carpenters also live at these stations to support the scientific research work and keep these research stations running.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Identify who I am:
I am the highest point in Antarctica
Unscramble the letters to form a correct word and briefly describe it.
LZBADIZR
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Seals
Give two examples from Antarctica for the following
Mineral resources
Give geographical reasons for the following:
Antarctica’s sole human inhabitants are visiting scientists who work in research stations.
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Why do countries have research stations in Antarctica?
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