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Which of the following reasons account for the fact that though Antarctica is rich in minerals like platinum, gold, and petroleum, it is still not extracted?

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International agreements allow exploration and not exploitation by any one nation.
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Activities are regulated through international agreements, which do permit the extraction of minerals
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Economic feasibility
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Environmental issues and concerns
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The correct option is D Environmental issues and concerns
Research shows that Antarctica is rich in minerals like gold, platinum, nickel, copper, and petroleum. Additionally, traces of chromium, lead, molybdenum, tin, uranium, and zinc are also found. These minerals are not extracted due to reasons like:
  • Economic feasibility
  • Environmental issues
  • Activities on this continent are regulated through international agreements, which do not permit the extraction of minerals. While exploitation of resources is not permitted, countries are allowed to carry out research on Antarctica.

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