French Southern and Antarctic Lands

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/french-southern-and-antarctic-lands

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1. Where is French Southern and Antarctic Lands?Southern Indian Ocean and Antarctica
2. How many people live in French Southern and Antarctic Lands?Approximately 150-310 temporary residents (scientists, military, staff)
3. How big is French Southern and Antarctic Lands?Approximately 16,000 square miles (417,000 square kilometers)
4. What is the capital of French Southern and Antarctic Lands?None; administered from Réunion
5. What language do people speak in French Southern and Antarctic Lands?French
6. What is the UNESCO world heritage site?Crozet Islands, Kerguelen Islands, Saint Paul and Amsterdam Islands

Antarctic Treaty System: An international agreement that governs Antarctica, promoting scientific research and prohibiting military activity.
Sub-Antarctic: Regions located just north of the Antarctic continent, characterized by cold climates and unique ecosystems.
Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.